DSP-3 Active Support Professional
Location:
555 Deer Springs Road
San Marcos, CA, US
At TERI, health and wellness are integral parts of our culture for both staff and clients. “Fit for Life” is a core value, and all staff are expected to actively participate in TERI wellness programs and personally commit to the agency philosophy of being “Fit for Life.” We have an on-site Fitness Center, which is open to all staff, as well as a full-time Wellness Team who can help you design personal fitness goals and nutrition plans; additionally, there are many opportunities for individual and group exercise classes offered at times that fit your personal schedule. TERI culture ensures the health and wellness of each client is a top priority. TERI’s Wellness and Culinary Team have set the highest fitness and nutritional standards possible in the interest of our clients’ health. By following these guidelines, and setting the best possible example, you will be ensuring each client’s well-being. Be a role model and actively engage with your clients in exercise, therapeutic, and fitness related programs and activities.
Active Support Professional:
The Active Support Professional is responsible for assuring that activity plans are appropriate for the group being served; that staff are providing graded assistance and engaging in positive interactions with their clients; and that staff are trained and delivering the right amount of support at the right time; and that activities are modified to ensure that each learner has multiple opportunities to participate with the least amount of assistance possible. While Active Support Professionals could work with any group at the Center for the Arts, the focus is on those individuals who have multiple or severe disabilities. While supervisors design the activity plans, the Active Support Professional will adapt these plans as needed so that all learners can engage to the best of their potential. This position is a Direct Support Professional position with responsibilities that include assisting individuals with personal care, providing behavioral support, and obtaining a class B driver’s license. Active Support Professionals will have instructional responsibilities with revolving groups of adults.
Salary: $23.00 -$25.00 / hour
Qualifications:
- Ability to obtain a driver’s license with acceptable driving history.
- Highschool diploma/GED; Associate/Bachelor's degree is desirable with a minimum of four-year experience working with developmental disabilities individual.
- A thorough understanding of the principles and strategies of active support for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Criminal background check required.
The benefits of joining TERI:
- PPO Medical / Dental / Vision & FSA
- Life / ADD / Disability Insurance
- 403b Savings Plan
- Onsite Fitness Center
- Health & Wellness Program
- Vacation, Sick time & Paid Holidays
Equal Opportunity Statement: TERI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. At TERI, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy and related medical conditions, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. TERI believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success, in touching the lives of those we serve and seek to recruit. We strive to develop and retain the most compassionate and talented people from an extensive and diverse candidate pool.