{"id":68551,"date":"2026-08-21T22:09:36","date_gmt":"2026-08-21T22:09:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/entry-level-direct-support-specialist\/"},"modified":"2026-08-24T20:22:56","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T00:22:56","slug":"entry-level-direct-support-specialist","status":"publish","type":"ch_job","link":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/entry-level-direct-support-specialist\/","title":{"rendered":"Entry Level Direct Support Specialist"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>All\u2019s Well Healthcare has partnered with the State of California\u2019s Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to launch a statewide, paid 3-month shadow training program. This initiative matches candidates with organizations that support adults with special needs. Participants shadow staff to gain firsthand experience, and if there&#8217;s a mutual fit, they may be offered permanent employment\u2014sometimes as early as week three, mimicking a &#8220;working interview.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>As a Direct Service Professional (DSP) Intern, you\u2019ll work under the supervision of an experienced DSP mentor for up to three months and 30 hours per week. This internship gives you hands-on experience where you will shadow train and learn how to support individuals with diverse developmental and or intellectual needs in living more independent and living fulfilling lives.<\/p>\n<p>Your duties will vary based on each person\u2019s needs and goals, but may include:<\/p>\n<p>Helping individuals feel empowered and respected<br \/>Supporting communication and social interaction<br \/>Assisting with daily living skills (e.g. cooking, hygiene, transportation)<br \/>Encouraging and supporting participation in community activities<br \/>Facilitating access to services and resources<br \/>Supporting education, job readiness, and career goals<br \/>Promoting health and wellness<br \/>Advocating for individual rights and inclusion<br \/>Helping build and maintain meaningful relationships<br \/>Documenting services and progress<br \/>Ensuring the person remains at the center of all decision-making<\/p>\n<p>PAY: $16.90 per hour to start with potential increase. Weekly pay + incentives offered.<\/p>\n<p>SCHEDULE: VARIED\/Flexible<\/p>\n<p>PROGRAM PERKS<\/p>\n<p>Weekly pay<br \/>Employment retention payments at six and twelve months<br \/>FREE Interactive training<br \/>A variety of schedules available<br \/>Play an integral role in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their community<br \/>May lead to a long-term career path<\/p>\n<p>QUALIFICATIONS<\/p>\n<p>Must be 18 years or older<br \/>Must have a High School Diploma (or equivalent) or a Certificate of Completion<br \/>Must have a valid Identification Card or Driver\u2019s License<br \/>Must pass a federal background check and other required health screenings<br \/>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS<\/p>\n<p>A DSP Intern may work indoors or outdoors and may perform tasks which involve frequent sitting, standing, writing, or performing repetitive motions. 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