Direct Support Professional

ComForCare


Date: 4 days ago
City: Escondido, CA
Contract type: Part time
Responsive recruiter

Benefits

  • Flexible schedule
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development

We are now hiring throughout San Diego County!

ComForCare Home Care – North San Diego provides compassionate in-home care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and seniors. We support clients in living independently through services like personal care, companionship, life skills coaching, Individualized Living Services (ILS), Supported Living Services (SLS), Alzheimer’s care, and respite. Our trained caregivers serve clients in private homes, assisted living, and community settings across San Diego. Services are available 24/7 and overseen by a Registered Nurse. We’re hiring caring, dependable individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and Life Coaches.

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Life Coach/Direct Support Professional for a full-time, on-site role in San Diego, CA. In this role, you’ll work closely with individuals with developmental disabilities, providing daily support, personalized coaching, and life skills training—all in the comfort of their home environment. Your responsibilities will include developing tailored support plans, guiding clients through personal challenges, and empowering them to build independence and achieve their goals. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and creating a positive, supportive environment, we’d love to meet you.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required; additional education in human services, life coaching, or related fields is a plus
  • At least 6 months of hands-on experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities
  • Strong background in life coaching, personal development, or training individuals toward personal goals
  • Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills
  • Compassionate, patient, and empathetic approach to client care
  • Ability to read, write, and follow a written Care Plan/Aide Plan
  • Comfortable using multiple computer and mobile device programs
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
  • Flexible and adaptable to meet the unique needs of each client
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
  • Must pass a background check and be listed on the Home Care Aide Registry (we can assist with this)
  • Current CPR certification and negative TB test (we can assist with this)
  • Relevant certifications in life coaching or personal development preferred

How To Apply

Please call our recruiter Shannon for more information on how to set up an interview.

Direct number - (858) 240-2161

(858) 247-1005 Ask for Shannon

We have Fulltime and Part Time availability

Compensation: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Live your best life possible while helping others live theirs.

Our Caregivers are the heart and soul of what we do. For that reason, we put our CaregiversFirst each and every day.

At ComForCare, it is our CaregiverFirst promise, that our caregivers will be:

  • Treated with respect and dignity.
  • Provided exceptional training on a regular and ongoing basis.
  • Are never alone in the field - support is always available.
  • Thoughtfully matched with clients that they are compatible with.

Join our team and be a part of a certified Great Place To Work! Thousands of ComForCare employees were surveyed and the response was overwhelmingly positive, with 90% agreeing that ComForCare is in fact a Great Place To Work.

By selecting the positions below, you acknowledge that you are applying for employment with an independently owned and operated ComForCare franchisee, a separate company and employer from ComForCare and any of its affiliates or subsidiaries. You understand that each independent franchisee is solely responsible for all decisions relating to employment including (and without limitation to) hiring and termination, and ComForCare does not accept, review or store my application. Any questions about your application or the hiring process must be directed to the locally owned and operated ComForCare franchisee.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran.

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