Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) role is onsite in El Monte, CA, with stated compensation of $20–$24 per hour. PALS’s Adult Day Program supports adults with disabilities in building independence, confidence, and everyday skills. The DSP provides person-centered support in the program and community, assisting participants with daily living, personal care, communication, and social interaction. The role also encourages independence, facilitates activities, transports participants, and completes required documentation.

What you'll do

• Support up to three participants at a time
• transport participants to and from the program and community activities
• assist with daily living skills, personal care, communication, and social interaction
• facilitate community activities
• use person-centered approaches
• submit documentation
• attend monthly meetings and required training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

dsp

adult day program

person-centered support

disability services

el monte ca

pals

monday–friday

8 am–3 pm

$20–$24/hour

california driver’s license

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental and vision insurance, mileage reimbursement or stipend, paid time off and sick leave, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) profit sharing, and advancement opportunities.

Why this role

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. The posting requires a high school diploma, at least one year of work experience, a California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.

About the employer

PALS, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.