Developmental Disabilities Advocate (ENTRY LEVEL) - Military Veterans

ALL's WELL is proud to present:
Job description
PURPOSE OF DIRECT SERVICE PROFESSIONAL (DSP) INTERNSHIP

This program will provide you with the skills that you need to deliver high-quality services and supports that allow people to live their best lives and feel empowered. The Internship is 12 weeks in length with the goal of permanent placement within that time frame.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As a paid DSP Intern, you will learn about the role of, and perform entry-level duties under, a qualified DSP for up to 12 weeks and up to 30 hours per week.

The role of a DSP is complex and requires a specific set of skills and values. The following represents what to expect in the DSP practice.

DSPs will:

assist people who need support to lead self-directed lives and participate fully in their communities.
recognize the unique gifts, preferences and needs of each person supported.
partner with clients in making informed decisions and everyday choices
will use knowledge, skills (competencies), and values such as the NADSP Code of Ethics to guide their work and provide quality services.
continue to learn and develop their professional abilities through ongoing in-service and self-directed education and training.
realize that their role includes being a mentor and a facilitator.
inform the people they support regarding their responsibilities and advocate with them for their valued role in society.
create environments where the people they support feel empowered to have meaningful relationships with friends, their families, and promote integration and inclusion in all our nation’s communities.
respect the privacy of the people they support and commit to promote their physical and emotional well-being.
PAY: $16 per hour to start with potential for increase. Weekly pay + incentives offered.
SCHEDULE: Varies

PROGRAM PERKS

Weekly pay on Fridays
Employment retention payments at six and twelve months for a total of $1250
FREE Interactive training
A variety of schedules available
Play an integral role in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their community
May lead to a long-term career path
QUALIFICATIONS

Must be 18 years or older
Must have a High School Diploma (or equivalent) or a Certificate of Completion
Must have a valid Identification Card or Driver’s License
Must pass a background check and other required health screenings
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

A DSP Intern may work indoors or outdoors and may perform tasks which involve frequent sitting, standing, writing, or performing repetitive motions. On occasion a DSP may perform tasks that involve, but are not limited to bending, twisting, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, standing, reaching, walking, and lifting of 25 lbs.

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, the Company is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.





We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.





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We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.


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