Senior Direct Support Professional - Enhanced Behavior Support

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: San Diego ECE - San Diego, CA 92104Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $24.00 - $24.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: AnyJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesWhy join our team 

At Options For All, we create opportunities for adults with disabilities to live, work, and love life in their community with dignity and respect. As a USA TODAY Top Workplace, we are proud to build a culture where team members feel supported, valued, and connected to meaningful work.  

As a Senior Direct Support Professional, you will make a difference every day by helping people build independence, make choices, and work toward their goals. This is more than a job. It is a chance to create real impact while joining a mission-driven organization that values dignity, inclusion, and respect. We are looking for people who care deeply, take initiative, and want to help others thrive.  

Why you’ll love it here 

At Options For All, we believe a great workplace starts with putting people first. We are proud to build a culture where team members feel supported, valued, and connected to the work they do. We celebrate diversity, foster belonging, and create opportunities for growth. 

When you join our team, you can expect: 



A supportive team environment 





Meaningful work that makes a difference 





An inclusive culture where you belong 





Opportunities to learn and grow 



Your benefits start on Day 1: 



100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees 





Comprehensive coverage for qualifying dependents, including 100% dental and vision and 50% medical 





Retirement savings plan with up to a 5% company match 





Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel 





Paid vacation, sick time, and paid holidays, including your birthday 





Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program 



What you’ll be doing 

As a Senior Direct Support Professional, you will provide high-quality, person-centered support to adults with disabilities across a variety of programs and service settings. This role is for someone who is experienced, adaptable, and ready to step in where support is needed most.  

You will support individuals with a wide range of needs, including daily living, behavioral, medical, and employment-related needs. You will help people build skills, increase independence, and participate more fully in their communities while creating a safe, respectful, and supportive environment.  

This role also serves as a leader on the team. In addition to providing direct support, you will mentor newer staff, model best practices, and partner with supervisors to support individual goals, staff development, and program success.  

In this role, you will:  



Provide compassionate, person-centered support in home, community, and employment settings. 





Help individuals build daily living, social, behavioral, and work-related skills that support greater independence. 





Follow support plans, track progress, and complete timely, accurate documentation. 





Build positive relationships with the people we support, families, team members, employers, and community partners. 





Plan and lead meaningful activities based on individual goals, interests, and needs. 





Support individuals with community access, transportation, and participation in work and daily life. 





Respond calmly and effectively in changing situations while helping maintain a safe and consistent environment. 





Serve as a mentor and role model for team members, including helping support the growth of newer staff. 





Partner with supervisors and other team members to support training, service planning, and program quality.   





Step in across programs as needed and support evolving program and service needs. 



 

What we’re looking for  

We’re looking for someone who is compassionate, dependable, flexible, and ready to make a positive impact. The right person brings strong judgment, a calm presence, and a genuine commitment to supporting adults with disabilities with dignity and respect.  
Qualifications 

Education 



60 or more college units, OR  



Experience 



At least 2 years of experience supporting adults with disabilities.  





Strong experience providing direct support to people with a wide range of support needs, including individuals with more intensive behavioral, physical, or medical needs. 



Skills 



Ability to work across multiple programs and adapt to different environments and support needs. 





Experience supporting skill building in community-based settings, with a focus on independence and age-appropriate learning. 





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