Direct Support Substitute (East County)

<strong>When you work at The Arc of San Diego, it&rsquo;s not just a job&hellip; you&rsquo;re joining a community and making a difference.</strong>

Sol & Ruth Gerber Family Center, 1280 Nolan Ave, C

The Arc of San Diego

https://www.arc-sd.com/

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Hourly

20 USD - 20 USD

Overview: <div class="ant-row css-x7yprh"> <div class="sanitized-html w-full"> <div>Join Our Passionate Team at The Arc of San Diego!</div> <div>Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and adults with disabilities? At The Arc of San Diego, we are the largest and most comprehensive provider of services in San Diego County, and we&rsquo;re looking for dedicated individuals like you to join our diverse and dynamic team.</div> <div>We believe in putting people first and creating meaningful days for our clients and each other. If you&rsquo;re passionate about empowering others to live their most fulfilling and independent lives, and you&rsquo;re excited about professional growth and continuous learning, we want you on our team!</div> </div> </div> <div class="ant-row css-x7yprh"> <div class="sanitized-html w-full"> <p>We are hiring a&nbsp;<a href="https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:13f47f38-b9c6-46b4-92c5-f8ca74221cbb" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Direct Support Professionals</strong></a>&nbsp;to support adults with disabilities in a day center setting. In this role, you&rsquo;ll help clients build independence, engage in meaningful activities, and develop essential life skills in a supportive environment.</p> <p><strong>In this role you will fill in for scheduled staff when they are unavailable. Example: someone is out sick or someone is on vacation.&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Hours and Schedule: Vary</p> <p>Pay: The pay for this position is $20.00 to $20.65</p> <p>Location: El Cajon</p> <p><strong>Who you are:</strong></p> <ul> <li>A compassionate individual who enjoys helping others thrive</li> <li>Strong communicator and team player</li> <li>Organized and dependable in a dynamic work environment</li> <li>Patient, adaptable, and committed to person-centered care</li> </ul> </div> </div>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Supporting clients in learning life, social, and personal care skills</li> <li>Assisting with daily needs, including feeding, toileting, and mobility</li> <li>Leading engaging group and individual activities</li> <li>Documenting progress and ensuring accurate case records</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>High school diploma or GED</li> <li>Six (6) months of experience working with individuals with disabilities</li> <li>Strong communication and problem-solving skills</li> </ul> <p><strong>We&rsquo;d love it if you:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Have experience with case management systems (Therap preferred)</li> <li>Are bilingual in English and Spanish</li> <li>Have previous experience in a caregiving or teaching role</li> </ul>