Part-Time Personal Assistant / Direct Support Professional (Special Needs)

Part-Time Personal Assistant / Direct Support Professional (Special Needs)

Location: Torrance, CA and Palos Verdes Area

Pay: $24.00–$28.00 per hour (DOE)

Job Type: Part-Time

Join Our Team and Make a Difference

We are looking for compassionate, dependable, and motivated Personal Assistants to provide one-on-one support to children, teens, and adults with developmental disabilities. Individuals range from high-functioning and independent to non-verbal and those requiring more hands-on support.

As a Personal Assistant, you’ll help participants build independence, develop life skills, enjoy community activities, and achieve personal goals while providing families with valuable respite and peace of mind.

Whether you have previous experience or are passionate about helping others, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support in the home and community
• Assist participants with daily living skills and personal goals
• Encourage independence, communication, and social interaction
• Plan and participate in community outings and recreational activities
• Transport participants to appointments, classes, work, or community events
• Assist with household chores, meal preparation, laundry, organization, and grocery shopping while providing quality support to participants and giving families valuable respite
• Provide companionship, encouragement, and positive behavioral support
• Assist with personal care when needed, depending on the participant’s level of support
• Complete daily documentation and communicate with supervisors as needed
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and positive environment

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid California driver’s license
• Reliable vehicle with current auto insurance
• Clean driving record
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Able to pass a Live Scan background check ( MUST )
• Reliable, punctual, and professional
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, patient, and adaptable

Preferred Experience

Experience is helpful but not required. We welcome applicants with experience as a:

• Direct Support Professional (DSP)
• Caregiver
• Personal Assistant
• Behavioral Technician or ABA Therapist
• Respite Worker
• Home Care Aide
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Special Education Aide
• Paraprofessional

Experience supporting individuals with autism, intellectual or developmental disabilities, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, behavioral challenges, or communication differences is a plus.

Students pursuing degrees in psychology, education, nursing, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, kinesiology, social work, or related fields are encouraged to apply.

Currently have 4 matching positions:

JP: 12 years old boy ( Non Verbal, PV area. 12PM-6 PMor 1PM-7PM 2 days a week )

VW : 10 years old ( Non verbal, Non Ambulatory, total assistance, West Torrance Saturday, Sunday 6-8 hours flexible schedule)

JP ( PV ) & AG ( Torrance) : Nonverbal and non ambulatory, adult males with need for total assistance : Flexible and longer hours available.

If you’re passionate about helping individuals with developmental disabilities live more independent, fulfilling lives while providing meaningful support to their families, we’d love to meet you.

Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement

Application Question(s):

• Has worked with FMS under SDP Program.

Experience:

• working with individuals with developmental disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Any other Language (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person