Direct Support Professional

Are you looking for a flexible, rewarding opportunity that will give you the chance to make a difference in people's lives? Then you have found the perfect job!

Here at Person First LA, we are dedicated to providing exceptional and person-centered care to those who have various mental and physical challenges. As a DSP, you will provide personal, physical and emotional support to people with disability on a regular basis to help them feel independent, confident and a part of their community.

In this position, you will constantly face challenges and learn something new about yourself and the people in your care. You can be doing anything from facilitating group outings for them, creating programs, providing companionship, to helping with daily household chores and medication administration. You will be pushing yourself to do better every day, to get the best possible outcomes for the residents. Becoming a DSP is one of the most fulfilling jobs you can find. Its a chance that provides opportunity for continual learning, introduces you to people from all walks of life, and allows you to give back to the community and to those in need. Working with the same resident regularly, enables you to form strong relationships with them, thereby adding true purpose to your job.

At Person, First LA, we have made it our mission to think outside the box to help our residents to explore the world around them and to advocate for their needs. The most rewarding part of the job is helping people develop skills that enable them to make decisions affecting their lives and live as independently as possible. Having the right attitude is critical when working with our residents. It is important to see them as valued individuals who have an abundance of capabilities, and provide encouragement to help them achieve their full potential.

If you are you ready to make a profound impact on peoples lives and this sounds like the right fit for you, apple here!