Paid Training | Career Growth | Monday–Friday Day Schedule
At Stepping Stone Resources, we support adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in building independence, confidence, communication, safety skills, and meaningful community connection.
We are hiring Entry-Level Direct Support Professionals / Life Skills Coaches for an active, hands-on role supporting adults in site-based and community-based adult day program services. No prior experience is required. We provide training, coaching, and certification support.
This is a strong fit for someone who is dependable, calm under pressure, comfortable being active throughout the day, and interested in growing a long-term career in human services.
This is not a desk job. Our DSPs are moving, coaching, supporting, driving, and helping participants practice real-life skills in the program and in the community.
You may help participants with:
Community outings and safe transportation
Social skills and communication
Daily living and independence skills
Structured activities and classes
Behavioral support using company training and supervisor guidance
Safe transitions between vehicles, activities, and community locations
Building confidence, independence, and real-world life skills
Monday through Friday
8:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Starting from our Fallbrook location
All weekends are optional and not required. Some schedules may vary based on training, meetings, transportation needs, participant schedules, and program assignments. All weekend schedules are optional.
Some assignments involve supporting participants during community outings and transportation. Candidates should be comfortable driving company vehicles when assigned and authorized.
Applicants must generally have:
A valid California driver’s license
A safe and acceptable driving record
Ability and willingness to drive participants as assigned
Ability to comply with company transportation and insurance requirements
Passenger Etiquette candidates receive higher rates of pay.
Reasonable accommodation requests related to driving or other job requirements will be reviewed individually in accordance with applicable law.
We provide training and support so you can build a career in the developmental disability services field.
Training and development may include:
CPI / Crisis Prevention Intervention training
DSP I certification support
Hands-on CPR certification support
Ongoing professional development
Coaching and supervision from experienced team members
Opportunities to grow into higher-level responsibilities, assignments, hours, or positions
After required training has been completed, additional assignments, hours, leadership opportunities, and higher-level positions may be offered based on business needs, employee availability, performance, qualifications, program needs, and supervisor approval.
Employees may also have the opportunity to earn higher pay by taking on approved additional responsibilities, including teaching participant Passenger Etiquette classes. These opportunities may require safe driving, comfort supporting participants in vehicles and community settings, completion of required training, and supervisor approval.
Compassion, patience, and respect for adults with disabilities
Reliable attendance and punctuality
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Willingness to learn behavioral support strategies
Comfort working in an active, hands-on environment
Ability to safely participate in walking, standing, bending, transitions, community outings, and participant support
Comfort supporting participants in community and transportation settings
Ability to meet applicable training, licensing, clearance, and program requirements before working with participants
Competitive starting pay
Driving hours paid at a higher rate
Higher pay opportunities for approved certifications, driving-related assignments, and approved instructional responsibilities
Paid sick time
Safe Harbor 401(k) retirement plan
Paid training
Certification support
Career growth opportunities
Supportive, mission-driven team
Stepping Stone Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Apply here or at steppingstoneresources.org.
If you are dependable, calm, active, and ready to build a meaningful career helping adults with disabilities gain independence in real-world settings, we would love to meet you.