Direct Support Professional (On-Call / Brentwood)
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ETTA
Los Angeles, CA, US
Summary
The Direct Support Professional will provide one-on-one support to a young adult woman to help her achieve personal growth and independence. Responsibilities include engaging the client in community activities and providing minor assistance with basic personal hygiene.
Job Description
ETTA (non-profit)
Supporting Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
ETTA's Supported Living Services (SLS) Department is Seeking
On-Call Direct Support Professional (DSP)
for Young Adult Woman
POSITION TITLE
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
ETTA ORGANIZATION
(non-profit)
DEPARTMENT
Supported Living Services (SLS)
EXPERIENCE
Some professional or personal experience supporting individuals with special needs. Experience with behaviors is a plus but not required. (ETTA provides paid training.)
THE IDEAL APPLICANT - IS THIS YOU?
Seeking staff who would be committed and skilled at guiding client to make progress with her personal growth and independence in life. The ideal applicant is friendly, fun-loving and personable, with positive energy and enthusiasm. Client enjoys getting out in the community and engaging staff and others in lively conversation. This position requires some minor assistance with basic personal hygiene (but DOES NOT require more personal hands-on care, such as showering, dressing, toileting assistance).
LOCATION
Westside (Brentwood)
SCHEDULES
ON-CALL position.
*Must have fairly open and flexible availability in order to provide as much coverage as possible for any shift that has a need as it arises. Anticipated hours per month is estimated at 20-to-30 (however can be as high as 50 per month or more, depending on the on-call needs during any particular month).
START DATE
As soon as possible
HOURLY RATE OF PAY
Starting rate is $20 per hour
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP)
You Will Motivate, Inspire & Assist Your Client
to Live a More Independent & Enriching Life
About ETTA
ETTA is a leading service provider for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing a full spectrum of services. ETTA has provided support for its clients and support for their families in the Los Angeles area since 1993. A team of dedicated, professional staff work one-on-one with ETTA's clients, engaging, guiding, and inspiring them to increase community involvement, grow their social network, develop opportunities, and achieve their greatest potential and goals. Learn more about ETTA on our website.
As a member of the ETTA team, you will be truly appreciated as you help make someone's world a better place. ETTA staff supports, guides, mentors, and inspires our clients to achieve their goals and live happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives every day!
INDEPENDENCE. INCLUSION. GROWTH.
Learn more on ETTA's website
See a listing of all our current job openings on the Careers page.
Questions? Contact our Recruitment Department:
Or call (818) 985-3882, ext. 305
Submit Your Application Now. Hiring Today. Multiple Openings.
*Applicants for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) position must:
(1) Be at least 21 years of age;
(2) Have a valid driver license for a minimum of three years (with a relatively clean driving record);
(3) Have an insured vehicle and be willing to drive with your client (mileage reimbursement provided).
ETTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer
Live Scan (DOJ / FBI) background check required
