Job Summary
We are seeking multiple Direct Support Professionals to join our team. In this role, you will make a difference in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities by enhancing their quality of life. Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene needs, meal preparation, light housekeeping and errands, dispensing medication, and other tasks that improve the resident's living environment and standards. The ideal candidate is patient, compassionate, pays attention to details and is reliable. This is a non-exempt level position.
Responsibilities
Provide supervision to residents
Assist with personal hygiene needs and dressing
Prepare daily meals and snacks in accordance with the menu
Light housekeeping activities
Dispense medication
Provide companionship
Assist with errands and shopping
Lead resident's through their goals
Work towards independence skills
Document daily progress towards goals
Supervise resident's during community outings
Transport resident's to locations identified in daily schedule
Qualifications
Previous experience as a Caregiver, Home Health Aide, or similar role is preferred
First aid and CPR-certified
Knowledge of basic housekeeping tasks and cooking skills
Ability to adhere to all health and safety guidelines
Excellent communication and interpersonal spills
Ability to lift heaving objects
Compassionate, respectful, ethical
Requirements
Must be available to work weekend shifts
Must pass criminal record clearance with the FBI & DOJ
Must have valid CA driver's license
Must pass TB test and physical exam prior to onboarding
Must be willing to work overtime (Rare but does occur) if needed
Shifts
Monday - Friday (2:00pm-10:00pm)
Saturday - Sunday (8:00am-4:00pm)
Saturday - Sunday (2:00pm-10:00pm)
NOC - Monday - Sunday (10:00pm - 8:30am)
Full time & part time available
Work Hazards
Employees will adhere to the behavior plan set forth for each specific resident
Employees will be expected to redirect maladaptive behaviors using ABA therapy
Compensation
$17.00 - $18.00 per hour depending on experience
Culture and Environment
Applicants can expect an intimate environment and true "home like" feeling that our organization strives to achieve. We want the individual's that we support and our employees to feel comfortable working together. We are looking for individual's that are compassionate and who are looking for fulfilling work. Most importantly, we are looking for applicants that can have fun with the people we serve! Our organization is looking for applicants that are interested in building a career with us. As a newly developed organization, we are harnessing opportunities for employees to grow and secure fulfilling and stable careers.