Direct Support Staff- Residential Home Marina, Ca.

Gateway Center is committed to provide support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities by continually expanding our understanding of the ever-changing needs of this community and tailoring our services to support all of our members. Gateway Center is staffed by dedicated, caring, and respectful providers who prove everyday that with a little understanding and patience every member of our community can live a full and satisfying life with dignity and respect.

General description:

We are looking for Direct Support Staff for our clients at our residential facility located in Marina.

Full time employees are eligible for health benefits the 1st of the month after 60 days of employment. Employees working 4 months or more are eligible for our 401K program!

Essential duties:

Assist in personal care needs of the clients (assist in bathroom, shower, etc.)

Able to do light cooking, some cleaning, and help feeding clients

Handles client concerns in an effective and timely manner

Responsible for daily document regarding process of client's goals, objectives, progress notes, behavior data collection, etc.

Communicates thoroughly and effectively with other departments and program directors, outside agencies and families/care providers of the clients

Ensures compliance of client rights

Ensures safe working environment for clients

Assist in the development and implementation of behavior management programs

Participates in staff meetings as needed

Attends a minimum of 8 hours of in-service trainings a year

Mandated reporter of any suspected abuse defined by the Department of Social Services, of dependent adults and elders will be reported to Community Care Licensing in addition to San Andreas Regional Center, Adult Protective Services and/or local law enforcement agencies.

Completes all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Other requirements:

Able to pass clearance with DOJ ( Live Scan fingerprinting)

Able to pass physical and TB test and COVID-19 negative test

COVID-19 vaccination and booster

Valid California driver's license with good driving record

Current CPR/First Aid preferred

Good organizational and planning skills

Good initiative and follow-through with ideas

Knowledge of behavior management

Computer friendly and/or possess an open attitude towards the utilization of computers

Serious applicants only, please

Salary: $19.35 /hour

Open Shifts:

Monday through Friday 11PM-7AM

Need two employees

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.35 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person