Direct support professional

The cornerstone role at ND is the Direct Support Professional (DSP), also known as "Direct Support Staff." These individuals collaborate closely with the clients on a daily basis. Under the client's guidance, they will aid in directing their services and supports according to the client's wishes, rather than the agency's. Every DSP must exhibit qualities that align with those of the individuals they support. All DSPs, and indeed any agency employee who may interact with clients, must pass a fingerprint clearance by both the California Department of Justice and the FBI, as well as a Department of Motor Vehicles check. Employees are not permitted to work independently with clients until the agency has received clearance. The agency will conduct a thorough screening of all employees for potential risks associated with supporting individuals with disabilities. This process will include, but is not limited to, reference checks from applications, previous employers, online information reviews, Megan’s Law database access, and other methods sanctioned by D.S.L.E. and the agency. Employees required to transport clients must have a valid driver's license with no felony traffic convictions. Within three months of employment, DSPs will undergo CPR/First Aid training and internal training as specified in this program design. §58643 Standards for Direct Service Staff: a.) Subject to Section 58620(c), the SLS vendor will assign direct service staff to deliver SLS to consumers. Such staff must possess the necessary skills, training, and or education.

To read the full job description click the button on the bottom of the page

program coordinator:

All program positions in the New Dawn Community begin with those duties

outlined in the description for the Direct Support Professional. All other positions

are in addition to that description.

Program Coordinators are responsible for the safe and effective operation of

the program. To read the full job description click the button on the bottom of the page

Case Manager:

The Case Manager is a mid-level management position in both the Supportive Living

Services (SLS) program and Community Integration Day Program of New Dawn

Support Services (NDSS). This position’s mission is to ensure quality, individualized

services to all clients under their supervision. The

Case Managers will provide support and guidance to all supervised positions in terms of

Individual Support Plan (ISP) development and implementation, guidance to staff and

clients in Person Centered Thinking practices and assist in team development and

training. In addition to the following Case Manger duties, a Case Manager has the

expectations to complete and excel in all responsibilities of the Direct Support

Professional (DSP) role.

To read the full job description click the button