Direct Support Professional

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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.

If you are interested in more information, please call or text the Program Director directly - (562) 217-7937- I respond quickly!

ABOUT YOUR ROLE

• Assist persons served with daily hygiene needs and dressing
• Guide persons served through their daily routines
• Meal preparation
• Ensure health and safety of persons served
• Have fun in the community during scheduled outings
• Transport persons served to various locations within the community (Parks, amusement parks, bowling, shopping malls, etc.)
• Daily note taking, goal tracking and behavior tracking
• Attend all staff meetings
• Redirect maladaptive behaviors using approved ABA strategies in accordance with individuals behavior plans
• You will be reimbursed for ALL GAS MILEAGE AT A NON TAXED RATE OF .65 cents per mile!

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have a reliable vehicle
• Must have a valid driver's license with valid car insurance
• Must have a high school diploma or have passed GED test
• Must pass background check by DOJ and FBI prior to orientation
• Must pass a health screening clearance and receive TB Test
• Knowledge of basic housekeeping tasks and cooking skills
• Ability to adhere to all health and safety guidelines
• 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

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, bring a POSITIVE work attitude 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.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• After school
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed
• Weekends only

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person