Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Company: ETTA
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: January 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description ETTA (non-profit) Supporting Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities ETTA's Supported Living Services (SLS) Department is Seeking: ? Direct Support Professionals (DSP) ? Caregivers ? Independent Living Advocates ? Supported Living Services (SLS) Staff ? 1:1 Support Staff ? Home Health Support Staff ? DSPs * Caregiving and/or Behaviors Experience a Plus (not required) POSITION TITLE Independent Living Advocate / Direct Support Professional (DSP) ETTA ORGANIZATION (non-profit) DEPARTMENTS Supported Living Services (SLS) EXPERIENCE Some professional or personal experience supporting individuals with special needs (or related experience) is required. Successful applicants will have Home Health / Caregiving and/or Behaviors experience. REQUIREMENTS Must be at least 21 years of age; Must be a licensed driver for a minimum of three years; Must have an insured vehicle with your name listed as an authorized driver; Must be willing to drive with a client in your vehicle (mileage reimbursement provided); Must be willing to perform "personal hygiene" tasks (including toileting assistance for male and female clients, if occasionally needed). LOCATION Multiple job openings throughout the Greater Los Angeles Area (including L.A., the San Fernando Valley and surrounding communities). SCHEDULE (Availability Requirements) Must have Open Availability 6 to 7 days a week and be available to be scheduled anytime between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. (must be open to some overnights when needed). Full Time and Part Time schedules available. START DATE As soon as possible HOURLY RATE OF PAY Starting rate is $20 per hour. BENEFITS ETTA's Full Time employees (starting at 30 hours per week) are offered a generous Benefits Package that includes: Medical Health Insurance / Dental / Vision Family Leave Retirement Plan Group Term Life / LTD Annual 80 hours vacation / 48 hours sick time As an Independent Living Advocate, Caregiver or Direct Support Professional (DSP) You Will Assist Adults with Special Needs to Live More Independent & Enriching Lives About ETTA ETTA is a leading service provider for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing a full spectrum of services. ETTA has provided support for its clients and support for their families in the Los Angeles area since 1993. A team of dedicated, professional staff work one-on-one with ETTA's clients, engaging, guiding, and inspiring them to increase community involvement, grow their social network, develop opportunities, and achieve their greatest potential and goals. Learn more about ETTA on our website. As a member of the ETTA team, you will be truly appreciated as you help make someone's world a better place. ETTA staff supports, guides, mentors, and inspires our clients to achieve their goals and live happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives every day! INDEPENDENCE. INCLUSION. GROWTH. Learn more on ETTA's website See a listing of all our current job openings on the Careers page. Questions? Contact our Recruitment Department: Jerry@etta.org Or call (818) 985-3882, ext. 305 Submit Your Application Now. Hiring Today. Multiple Openings. *Applicants must: (1) Be at least 21 years of age; (2) Have a valid driver license (for a minimum of three years), a relatively clean driving record, an insured vehicle, and willing to drive with client (mileage reimbursement; (3) Must be willing to perform "personal hygiene" tasks, including assisting with toileting (for both male and female clients) if and when needed. This is a requirement of the position. Starting rate of pay - $20 per hour ETTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer Live Scan (DOJ / FBI) background check required Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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