Do you enjoy teaching and coaching others? Do you feel a sense of pride when they "get it?" Are you looking for a job where you can be creative, have fun, and make a difference with an awesome team?

PathPoint is currently seeking part-time and full-time Direct Support Professionals to join our Integrated Work program team in Thousand Oaks, CA. This is an employment training program that provides skills development and support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through a mix of work/volunteer sites, in-person classes, and virtual meetings. As a DSP, you will lead both virtual and in-person groups at outdoor worksites. This is truly a job where no two days are the same, and you will make a difference every single day. This position can be either part-time or full-time for 20-37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 8am-4pm.

Why Work At PathPoint:

• Culture of kindness, compassion and respect
• Opportunity to make a difference in your community every day
• Mental health day after 60 days and on 1st and 2nd anniversaries
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance*
• Paid vacation and holidays*
• Paid sick leave
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with company match
• Other perks like wellness program with cash rewards, Employee Assistance Program, and Referral Bonus Program

• Benefits noted with an asterisk are for full-time employees regularly scheduled for 30+ hours per week.

What You'll Do:

• Teach individuals social/life skills to help them lead more independent lives, including communication skills, mobility, money management, housing, and public transportation.
• Teach individuals vocational skills to help prepare them for entry-level employment.
• Supervise individuals during hours of instruction and on community outings and volunteering.
• Build friendly and professional rapport with individuals and act as a positive role model for work habits, communication skills, and social skills.
• Prepare weekly schedules, monthly training projections, and written progress reports.

What We're Looking For:

• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 including booster if eligible, or have an approved exemption.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Patience, compassion, and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities, their family members, and others in a positive and constructive manner.
• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities, either professionally or personally, is desirable but not required. If you are interested in this opportunity but do not have directly relevant experience, we'd still love to hear from you!
• Must pass Live Scan DOJ fingerprint background check, TB screening and basic health screening.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record in order to drive groups on community outings

Compensation and Benefit Package: $18.50 per hour, plus additional pay for bilingual staff. Full-time employees are eligible for our generous benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, and life/AD&D insurance; paid vacation, holidays, and sick time; wellness program with cash rewards; Flexible Spending Account; 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match; a free Employee Assistance Program; and housing assistance.

About PathPoint: PathPoint, a non-profit organization based in Santa Barbara, supports people in living the life they choose. PathPoint partners with people with disabilities, people with mental health diagnoses, and young adults to pursue their hopes and dreams through strengthening workplace abilities, building life skills, and developing meaningful relationships. Founded in 1964, it offers services in five Central Coast and Southern California counties: Kern, Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.