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SalarySerenity Supported Living Service provides assistance and support to developmentally disabled adults and provides them with the tools to allow them to live independently in the community, develop nurturing relationships, and have overall increased control of their lives. We are recruiting individuals, to fill Support Staff positions, who are creative, honest, and responsive to the needs of our clients while respecting the rights and dignity of all clients. The type of support you provide depends on the client you are matched with, but may include any or all of the following day to day activities: assistance with shopping, meal planning, cooking, cleaning, medication administration assistance, community event attendance, assistance with going to school or work, transportation, appointments and personal hygiene. In addition to day to day activities staff may also assist clients in other areas such as advocacy, appropriate behavior, arts, communication, community integration, cultural events, education, gardening, health and safety preparation, mobility, music, outdoor experiences, social skills, supported employment, and other designated skills. Staff will assist in the implementation of individual program plans and goals. Applicants must be flexible to changes, be patient, and have good work ethic and social skills. Day, evening, and overnight shifts available.
Responsibilities
- Ensure clients receive their medication on time
- Support clients who can’t move on their own
- Help clients dress, bathe, eat etc.
- Assist clients with physical therapy exercises
- Cook meals according to the customer’s restrictions
- Help customers with their shopping
- Do necessary housekeeping to maintain a clean environment
- Provide emotional support
- Inform physicians or supervisors about uncommon events
- Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
Skills
- Proven experience as personal care assistant
- Committed to health & safety
- Able to do housework and cooking
- Well-organized and reliable
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Positive and compassionate attitude
- Strong ethics
- Physical stamina
- CPR certified
- High school diploma or equivalent
- A valid driver’s licence
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CA Drivers License (Preferred)
- CPR and First Aid (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
