All's Well Healthcare has partnered with the State of California's 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's a mutual fit, they may be offered permanent employment—sometimes as early as week three, mimicking a "working interview."As a Direct Service Professional (DSP) Intern, you'll 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.Your duties will vary based on each person's needs and goals, but may include:Helping individuals feel empowered and respectedSupporting communication and social interactionAssisting with daily living skills (e.g. cooking, hygiene, transportation)Encouraging and supporting participation in community activitiesFacilitating access to services and resourcesSupporting education, job readiness, and career goalsPromoting health and wellnessAdvocating for individual rights and inclusionHelping build and maintain meaningful relationshipsDocumenting services and progressEnsuring the person remains at the center of all decision-makingPAY: $16.90-$18 Weekly pay + incentives offeredSCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pmPROGRAM PERKS Weekly payEmployment retention payments at six and twelve monthsFREE Interactive trainingA variety of schedules availablePlay an integral role in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their communityMay lead to a long-term career pathQUALIFICATIONS Must be 18 years or olderMust have a High School Diploma (or equivalent) or a Certificate of CompletionMust have a valid Driver's License & personal vehicleMust pass a background check and other required health screeningsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS A DSP Intern may work indoors or outdoors and may perform tasks which involve frequent sitting, standing, writing, or performing repetitive motions. On occasion a DSP may perform tasks that involve, but are not limited to bending, twisting, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, standing, reaching, walking, and lifting of 25 lbs.#J-18808-Ljbffr