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.