Direct Support Professional - Community Facilitator
Company: Toward Maximum Independence
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Hiring Full-Time! Direct Support
Professional - Community Facilitator Are you ready to Transform
Lives! Join us and help empower adults with developmental
disabilities! Work Hours: Part-time: Wednesdays 9am to 1pm &
Fridays 4 hours flexible shift Primary Location: San Diego
Compensation: $19.50 per hour Caregivers! Home Health Aides! Direct
Care Workers! DSP! Come join us today! TMI’s Primary Purpose TMI is
dedicated to assisting children and adults with intellectual and/or
developmental disabilities live, work, and participate in their
community. Employees have the rewarding opportunity to support our
clients in their daily lives and help them achieve full inclusion
within their community. TMI believes the three cornerstones of a
strong life foundation include living as independently as possible,
real work for real pay, and a safe and caring home. Join the TMI
family and experience the gratification that comes from helping
others live a fulfilling life they love! A day in the life of a
Facilitator: As a facilitator, you will start your day by meeting
with the client at an agreed upon location.The facilitator will
provide necessary one-on-one support to the client for that day's
activity and/or event. If the client's goal is to register for
school, the facilitator will assist in all aspects of signing the
client up. If the client's goal is to improve their communication
and socialization skills, the facilitator will provide support by
having the client participate in the community. If the client's
objective is employment, the facilitator will assist the client in
building a resume, applying for a job, practicing mock interviews,
and when the client is hired. The facilitator supports the client
for at least 3 to 4 hours per session two to three times a week.
Lastly, after the day's shift is over, the facilitator and the
client will complete a progress note together and sign it. Job
Specific Essential Duties Train, support, and monitor clients while
in the community and vocational settings. Participate in the
development of a circle of support, to build relationships with
family, friends, neighbors, and other community. Develop
individualized adaptive support materials as needed. Develop and
expand clients’ participation in integrated employment activities.
Assist with development and implementation of clients’ annual plan,
goals, and objectives Participate in clients’ annual Individualized
Program Plan (IPP) meeting Provide same day shift coverage as
requested by supervisor. Benefits* Employer-sponsored Medical,
Vision, and Dental Insurance Generous 401(k) Employer Match Accrued
Sick & Vacation Hours, along with Years of Service Pay, and Paid
Holidays Employee discount program (discounts to the SD Zoo,
Legoland, retail, dining, gym and so much more!) Wellness Program
with Prize-Winning Monthly Challenges Quarterly Opportunity Draws
Mileage Reimbursement – if applicable Free Access to Newly
Remodeled Fitness Center at the San Diego Office Employee
Assistance Program * Some of the above benefits apply to full-time
employees only. Minimum Experience and Qualifications Education:
High School Diploma/GED Experience: 1 year working in social
services, education, or with the developmentally disabled
population preferred Driving: 3 years driving experience Apply to
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Keywords: Toward Maximum Independence, Rancho Palos Verdes , Direct Support Professional - Community Facilitator, Social Services , San Diego, California
