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Direct Support Professional San Jose, 95128

Cypress Independent Living Services

Direct Support Professional

Part Time • San Jose, 95128
Benefits:
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  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
🌟 Life Skills Coach– Part-Time to Full-Time

Pay: $23.50 – $25.00 per hour

Schedule: Flexible (10–40 hours/week)

❤️ About Us

At Cypress Independent Living Services, Inc. (Cypress ILS), we believe that every adult deserves the chance to live with dignity, independence, and joy. We are one of the Bay Area’s leading providers of services for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, and we’ve built our reputation on compassion, professionalism, and heart.

When you join our team, you’re not just taking a job—you’re joining a purpose-driven community where every day is an opportunity to make someone’s life brighter.

What You’ll Do

As a Life Skills Coach (LSC), you’ll spend your time out in the community—not stuck behind a desk. You’ll walk alongside clients where they live, work, and socialize, helping them build confidence and independence in their daily lives.

You’ll serve as:

  • A Partner – helping individuals lead independent, self-directed lives.
  • A Teacher – using creativity to teach skills like cooking, budgeting, and communication.
  • An Ambassador – fostering inclusion by connecting clients to their communities.
  • An Advocate – supporting individuals in making choices and standing up for their rights
  • A Supporter – encouraging personal goals and celebrating every milestone.
You don’t make decisions for our clients—you empower them to make their own, with support from families and professionals.

✨ Why Join Cypress ILS?

Here are the Top 10 Reasons the best people choose us:

  1. Purpose-Driven Work – Make a real difference every day.
  2. Flexible Scheduling – Full-time, part-time, and flex-time options for work/life balance.
  3. Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision insurance (for full-time staff).
  4. Ongoing Training – On-the-job mentoring and 26+ leadership development courses.
  5. Career Growth – Fast-track opportunities to leadership and executive roles.
  6. Competitive Pay – $23.50 – $25.00 per hour, with room to grow.
  7. Aligned Incentives – When our clients win, we all succeed.
  8. Professional Exploration – Learn skills in direct care, management, marketing, finance, and more.
  9. Leadership Development – Learn from top professionals in the field.
  10. Supportive Culture – Tech-enabled, accessible managers, collaborative teams, and inspiring clients.
🌟 Benefits & Perks

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance (for FT staff)
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible schedules
  • Employee discounts
  • Referral bonuses
  • Internships and leadership training programs
👤 Qualifications
  • Friendly, outgoing, and dependable
  • Experience working with adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities (preferred, not required)
  • At least 21 years old
  • Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and full insurance coverage
  • Acceptable driving record (no DUIs)
🚀 Career Growth at Cypress ILS
Many of our Life Skills Coaches grow into roles like Case Managers, Supervisors, and Executive Leaders. If you’re looking for a career path—not just a paycheck—this is the place for you.

đź’¬ Hear From Our Team

“I never thought a job could be this rewarding. Every day I get to see my clients achieve something new—whether it’s learning to ride the bus on their own or cooking dinner for the first time. I feel proud of the difference I make.” – Simone L. 

“Working at Cypress ILS has completely changed how I see my career. It’s not just a job—it’s a chance to walk alongside people as they grow. Watching a client light up when they reach a goal is the best feeling in the world.” – Maria G.

“I’ve had a lot of jobs, but none that gave me this much purpose. Here, I feel supported by my team and inspired by my clients every day. It feels amazing knowing that the work I do really matters.” – James R.

“The clients teach me just as much as I teach them. Patience, joy, resilience—I carry those lessons home with me. Cypress ILS has helped me grow as a professional and as a person.” – Elena S.

“What I love most is the little victories—helping someone grocery shop on their own for the first time or cheering them on at a community event. Those moments remind me why I chose this path.” – David L.

đź“… Job Type & Schedule

  • Job Type: Part-Time or Full-Time
  • Schedule: Flexible, 10–40 hours per week
  • Pay: $23.50 – $25.00 per hour
👉 Apply Now

Take the first step toward a meaningful and rewarding career. Join a team where your compassion and creativity truly matter.

All applications are kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.





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Cypress ILS: An Employer of Choice

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