Jay Nolan Community Services·Santa Clarita, California
The role involves providing one-to-one direct support services to individuals with autism and developmental disabilities, helping them achieve independence. Additionally, the individual will act as a mentor and role model, supporting the person in various aspects of daily life.
We are seeking a responsible, compassionate individual to serve as both a roommate and a scheduled support professional for an adult who is Deaf. This unique role includes living in the home with the person you support and sharing household expenses such as rent and utilities. During designated work hours, you will provide direct support based on the individual’s daily needs and routines. Outside of those scheduled hours, you are simply a roommate with shared living responsibilities.
Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) is required, as clear communication is essential for building a comfortable and respectful living environment. This position is ideal for someone who values meaningful work, stable housing, and a collaborative home setting.
You help individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities live quality lives with dignity, independence and choice. On an average day, DSPs support people to build relationships, live safely in their own homes, and accomplish their personal, educational, and career goals.
Unlike a caregiver, DSPs encourage people to do things themselves, not do things for them. Ultimately, your goal is to empower people to live independently so they can live happier, more fulfilled lives.
Jay Nolan Community Services is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to provide individualized support to children, teens, and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities so that they may live, work and thrive in their own homes and in their community. We are an inclusive, supportive, and community-oriented workplace.
Jay Nolan Community Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
Market context
California often has steady demand for Direct Support Professionals who can communicate clearly with Deaf or hard-of-hearing clients, and ASL fluency is a key differentiator in roommate or direct support settings. These roles can be competitive because employers look for reliable communication skills, comfort supporting people with autism and developmental disabilities, and consistency in day-to-day care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then highlight your ASL experience and any direct support or disability-services background in your application.
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