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About this role
Are you passionate about helping people with special needs build life skills and reach their goals? New Horizons is hiring engaging Direct Support Professionals to provide hands-on daily support and guidance for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Join our team for a deeply fulfilling experience where your dependability changes lives.
Location: North Hills, CA
Pay Rate: $23.00/hr
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM; 32.5 hours/week (30-min unpaid lunch)
Position Type: Part-Time Eligible for Benefits
We hire for empathy and train for success. Benefit from fully paid, hands-on training starting day one—no prior caregiving experience needed.
Requirements
- Legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Minimum of 21 years of age at the time of application.
- High School Diploma or a state-certified equivalent.
- Full professional proficiency in verbal and written English.
- Minimum of three (3) years of licensed driving experience.
- Valid California Driver’s License with a driving record that meets agency insurability standards.
- Willingness and ability to safely operate an 8-passenger agency vehicle.
- Successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, comprehensive drug screening, physical evaluation, and tuberculosis (TB) clearance.
Benefits
- 30+ work hours eligible for part-time benefits (Medical, Vision & Dental)
- Paid Sick Leave
- Differential rates for Holidays
- All paid trainings, including CPR/AED & First Aid
- Discounts Program
- Referral Program
- Fsa
- And more...