Direct Support Professional

The Opportunity

Provide person-centered support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes and communities.
Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, while preserving dignity, independence, and choice.
Coordinate and accompany individuals to community outings, recreational activities, and medical appointments.
Encourage and facilitate positive peer interactions, social engagement, and community inclusion.
Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors, documenting observations and sharing updates to ensure consistent, high-quality support.

What You'll Do

• Provide person-centered support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes and communities.
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, while preserving dignity, independence, and choice.
• Cookordination and accompaniment of individuals to community outings, recreational activities, and medical appointments.
• Encouragement and facilitation of positive peer interactions, social engagement, and community inclusion.
• Communication with team members and supervisors, documentation of observations, and sharing updates to ensure consistent, high-quality support.

What Success Looks Like

• Within your first months, build trusting relationships with the individuals you support and learn their routines, preferences, and goals.
• Reliably follow support plans, show sound judgment in day-to-day decisions, and escalate concerns appropriately.
• The people you support increase their participation in community activities, social connections, and daily living skills.
• Collaborate well with your team, contribute to a positive work environment, and be recognized for your reliability and professionalism.

What We're Looking For

• Strong judgment and problem-solving skills, especially in dynamic, real-life situations.
• Clear, respectful communication and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• A genuine passion for helping others and a willingness to learn, take feedback, and grow in the role.
• At least 21 years of age, with reliable transportation, a valid CA Driver's License, and the ability to pass a background check; prior human services experience and American Sign Language skills are a plus.

Compensation And Benefits

• Benefits for full-time positions, including health insurance, flexible schedules, and opportunities for ongoing training.
• Full-time and part-time positions available.
• Day shifts with rotating weekends; 4-hour and 8-hour shifts available, with at least one weekend day likely required.

How to Apply

If you are ready to make a meaningful difference as a Direct Support Professional in Burbank, please submit your resume and contact information through this posting. Qualified candidates will be contacted to discuss next steps.