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Job Description
Part-Time Direct Support Professional and Job Coach PathPoint - 3.7 Thousand Oaks, CA Job Details Part-time From $21.75 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Wellness program 403(b) matching Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Opportunities for advancement Referral program Paid sick time Qualifications High school diploma or GED Full Job Description If you have a caring heart and a desire to make a difference, PathPoint may be the place for you! Join us in supporting adults with disabilities in living the life they choose. PathPoint is currently hiring for Part-time Direct Support Professionals to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Ventura's Integrated Work Program (IWK). Direct Support Professionals help individuals strengthen workplace abilities, build life skills, and develop meaningful relationships. This is a great starting point if you are interested in a career in social work, special education, or occupational therapy. There are also plenty of opportunities to advance within PathPoint!
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, plus flexible spending accounts• Paid vacation and holidays• Paid sick leave 403(b) retirement savings plan with company match Other perks like a wellness program, referral bonuses, and employee assistance program Benefits noted with an asterisk are for full-time employees regularly scheduled for 30+ hours per week.
What You'll Do:
We are currently seeking caring, creative, and compassionate staff to join our day services, independent living services, and supported employment services teams. The Integrated Work Program combines community integration with opportunities in various paid part-time employment contracts or volunteer sites within Ventura County. Work with a small group of individuals in a community-based program Lead in-person and online groups that help individuals develop vocational skills Accompany groups on work activities, community outings for recreation or volunteer opportunities
What We're Looking For:
Patience, compassion, and positivity Prior experience supporting individuals with disabilities, either professionally or personally, is preferred 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! High school diploma or GED is required All positions require a criminal record clearance, TB screening, and basic health screening Most positions require a valid driver's license, use of a vehicle with registration and insurance, and eligibility for coverage on PathPoint's auto insurance policy
Compensation:
$21.75 per hour, plus additional pay for bilingual staff if that skill is needed. Some positions are eligible for quarterly team bonuses and we reimburse mileage at $0.70 per mile. Pay range is $20.66-$22.84.
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.
