Top 210 Direct support professional Jobs in Orange County

Bilingual Vietnamese/English Direct Support Professional – SLS Personal Assistant / ILS Instructor
Independent Life Care Services, Inc. —Orange County, CA
- $18.25 - $19.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Caregiving
- English
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
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1d
Direct Support Professional
CA Mentor —Diamond Bar, CA
- $17.81 - $19.70 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Communication skills
- Paid training
- Health savings account
8d
Direct Care Staff
Independent Options, Inc. —Costa Mesa, CA
- $19.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Vital signs
- Current TB test
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Caregiver *Weekend shift required* (Benefits + Vacation Pay)
Independent Options, Inc. —Costa Mesa, CA
- $19.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Vital signs
- Current TB test
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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DCS/CNA/DSP
Harbor Health Care Inc. —Bellflower, CA
- $16.80 - $17.50 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Vital signs
- Caregiving
- COVID-19 protective measures
- Health insurance
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Caregiver
Mainplace Senior Living —Orange, CA
- $18.50 - $23.00 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- High school diploma or GED
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Direct Support Professional 1
VOCATIONAL VISIONS —Mission Viejo, CA
- From $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Direct Care Behavior Specialist
Lasting Behavioral Solutions —Tustin, CA
- $20.00 - $28.73 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Experience working with children
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Direct Support Professional
Maxim Healthcare Services —Mission Viejo, CA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Choose your own hours
- 18 years or older
- Computer literacy
- BLS Certification
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
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Direct Support Professional (Day Program)
Highpointe Care —Hacienda Heights, CA
- $19 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Caregiving
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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AM/PM Direct Care Staff
Independent Options, Inc. —Costa Mesa, CA
- $19 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Vital signs
- Current TB test
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Direct Care Staff - Overnight Noc Supervisor (STRTP)
Harvest Safe Haven for Boys, STRTP —Riverside, CA
- $23 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
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Caregiver/Direct Support Professional - Tues/Thurs (2pm-10pm) Sat (10am-6pm) Sun (6am-2pm)
JOURNEY TOGETHER —La Mirada, CA
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Current TB test
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
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Experienced Direct Support Professional
Modern Support Services —Long Beach, CA
- $20 - $21 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Flexible schedule
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DSP Tustin Growth PT
Redwood Family Care Network —Tustin, CA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Applied behavior analysis
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Join Us as a DSP Mission Viejo $500 Sign On
Redwood Family Care Network —Laguna Woods, CA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- In person
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Applied behavior analysis
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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11d
Join Us as a DSP Mission Viejo $500 Bonus
Redwood Family Care Network —Lake Forest, CA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Applied behavior analysis
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Direct Support Professional (DSP) Fullerton $500 SIGN-ON BONUS
Redwood Family Care Network —Fullerton, CA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Applied behavior analysis
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Join Us as a DSP! Santa Ana $500 Bonus
Redwood Family Care Network —Costa Mesa, CA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Applied behavior analysis
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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DSP-Laguna Woods Mon-Fri 4pm-12am $1000 Bonus
Redwood Family Care Network —Aliso Viejo, CA
- $18 - $19 an hour
- Part-time
- In person
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Applied behavior analysis
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Bilingual Vietnamese/English Direct Support Professional – SLS Personal Assistant / ILS Instructor

Independent Life Care Services, Inc.
Orange County, CA

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
$18.25 - $19.00 an hour
1 day ago

Benefits

Paid training
Internet reimbursement
Mileage reimbursement
401(k)
Cell phone reimbursement
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Written communication
Interpersonal skills
Caregiving
English
Vietnamese
Driver's License
Driving

Full Job Description

Empowering Independence. Enriching Lives. Building Careers with Purpose.

Bilingual Vietnamese/English Direct Support Professional (DSP) – SLS Personal Assistant / ILS Instructor

Serving Orange County, California Since 2007

This is an in-person, community-based position serving consumers throughout Orange County, California. Applicants must reside in or be willing to commute within Orange County.

Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day

Whether you're an experienced Direct Support Professional or someone who is passionate about helping others grow, Independent Life Care Services (ILCS) offers the opportunity to build a meaningful career while making a lasting difference in the lives of others every day.

Independent Life Care Services (ILCS) is seeking compassionate, dependable, and motivated bilingual Vietnamese/English professionals to join our growing team of Supported Living Services (SLS) Personal Assistants and Independent Living Skills (ILS) Instructors.

We currently have an immediate need for bilingual staff to support Vietnamese-speaking adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout Orange County.

If you believe in dignity, choice, respect, empowerment, and helping others achieve greater independence—and you are fluent in both Vietnamese and English—we'd love to meet you.

About ILCS

As a Regional Center of Orange County vendor, ILCS provides:

Supported Living Services (SLS)
Independent Living Services (ILS)
Parenting Support Services

Our mission is to empower adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live with greater independence, confidence, dignity, and opportunity.

We believe every individual deserves the opportunity to make choices, build meaningful relationships, participate in their community, and achieve their personal goals. Our services are person-centered and designed to maximize each consumer's independence while honoring each person's unique strengths, abilities, preferences, and aspirations.

ILCS continues to earn the full Quality Incentive Program (QIP) payment from the California Department of Developmental Services by consistently meeting the program's quality performance measures. This sustained recognition reflects our commitment to delivering person-centered, high-quality services that empower individuals to achieve greater independence, exercise informed choice, and live meaningful lives within their communities.

Why Employees Love Working at ILCS

According to our employee satisfaction survey:

⭐ 100% report feeling a sense of achievement from their work.

⭐ 97% believe ILCS promotes the wellbeing, empowerment, and enrichment of the individuals we serve.

⭐ 97% describe their work as meaningful, important, and rewarding.

⭐ 97% enjoy learning new skills while using their strengths and talents every day.

At ILCS, you'll find more than a job—you'll find meaningful work, supportive relationships, and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of others.

Position Details

Location: Community-based positions serving consumers throughout Orange County, including South Orange County.
Employment Type: Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
Schedule: Flexible schedules based on both consumer needs and employee availability.
Work Setting: Services are provided in consumers' homes and throughout the community.
Travel: Employees travel directly from home to assigned consumer locations. ILCS makes every effort to assign consumers in reasonable geographic proximity to minimize travel whenever possible.
Mileage Reimbursement: Paid mileage reimbursement for work-related travel between consumer locations and approved activities.

Fluency in both spoken Vietnamese and English is required for this position to ensure effective communication, person-centered support, and high-quality services.

Our Philosophy

At ILCS, support is individualized.

Depending on each person's strengths, abilities, needs, preferences, and personal goals, our staff may teach new skills, provide coaching and encouragement, assist alongside the individual, or complete tasks that the person is unable to perform independently.

What You'll Do

No two days are exactly alike.

Depending on the consumer's needs and whether you are providing Supported Living Services (SLS) or Independent Living Services (ILS), you may:

Teach and reinforce independent living skills.
Support consumers in achieving their Individual Program Plan (IPP) and Individual Service Plan (ISP) goals.
Collaborate with each consumer's circle of support, including family members, day program staff, employers, educators, medical providers, friends, natural supports, and other service providers, as appropriate.
Promote consumer rights, informed choice, self-determination, dignity, and independence.
Assist with cooking, meal planning, grocery shopping, and nutrition.
Help develop budgeting and money management skills.
Provide transportation to medical appointments, work, school, and community activities.
Coach consumers in accessing community resources and public benefits.
Support medication monitoring and medical appointment follow-up.
Encourage healthy decision-making and problem-solving.
Assist with household organization, laundry, cleaning, and maintaining a safe home environment.
Support personal care activities, when appropriate to the consumer's needs.
Encourage community participation, recreation, employment, education, volunteer opportunities, and social relationships.
Complete service documentation and daily progress notes.
Communicate with supervisors and team members to ensure high-quality, person-centered services.
Build meaningful relationships with consumers and celebrate milestones as they gain confidence, independence, and achieve their personal goals.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for individuals who are:

Compassionate, patient, and dependable.
Passionate about helping others achieve greater independence.
Strong communicators who enjoy building positive relationships.
Professional, ethical, and accountable.
Adaptable and calm under pressure.
Organized with strong problem-solving skills.
Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a supportive team.
Committed to person-centered services that respect each individual's choices, strengths, and goals.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.
Experience in Supported Living Services (SLS), Independent Living Services (ILS), caregiving, social services, behavioral health, education, rehabilitation, healthcare, or related human services preferred.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Comfortable using technology for documentation and communication.

Required Qualifications

Fluent in spoken Vietnamese and English (required).

This position serves consumers whose primary language is Vietnamese. Effective communication in both Vietnamese and English is an essential function of this position.

A valid California driver's license, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance are required.

We welcome applicants with a genuine passion for helping others—even if you are new to the field. We provide training and ongoing support to help you succeed.

What We Offer

Competitive pay (DOE)
Full-time and part-time opportunities
Flexible scheduling
Mileage reimbursement
Phone and internet reimbursement
401(k) retirement savings plan
Flexible and supportive work environment
Opportunity for growth, training, professional development, and career advancement
Meaningful and rewarding work that changes lives
A collaborative, compassionate, and mission-driven culture

Join Our Team

If you're looking for a career where your work matters, your relationships make a difference, and every day brings the opportunity to help someone achieve greater independence, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume through Indeed along with a brief introduction telling us why you're interested in joining the ILCS team.

Pay: $18.25 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Cell phone reimbursement
Flexible schedule
Mileage reimbursement
Paid training

Application Question(s):

Do you have a valid California driver's license?
Do you have reliable transportation that you can use to travel to consumer homes throughout Orange County?
Do you maintain current automobile insurance as required by California law?
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
Do you have experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities?
Are you comfortable providing support in consumers' homes and in community settings?
This position may include evenings, weekends, or flexible scheduling based on consumer needs. Are you able to work a flexible schedule?
In a few sentences, tell us why you're interested in supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Are you fluent in spoken Vietnamese?
Are you fluent in spoken English?

Work Location: On the road

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