Caregiver for Behavioral Group Home

Sevita•San Fernando, CA

1d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

NOTE: Work Location for this specific posting is Porter Ranch/Northridge area of San Fernando ValleyCaregiver DSP for Behavioral Group Home Pay Rate: $19.50 per hour (for this specific group home) Schedules are regular and consistentTHRIVE AS A CAREGIVER AT SEVITA. EACH DAY, YOU’LL Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, and live well Develop real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve Experience ownership and trust from your leaders to do what’s right for participants Take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities Support participants with developmental goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition You’ll assist the individuals in a group home setting with their personal hygiene and support individuals who can have behavioral challenges and other complex needs. If you’re compassionate, patient, and find meaning in this type of work, you'll find a promising future at Sevita. EVERY PERSON DESERVES A FULFILLING CAREER Competitive Pay: Starting range is currently at $18.10/hour up to $20/hour (pay rate determined by which group home location you work in), plus annual increases, Pay on Demand, Full benefits package for employees working 30+ hours/week, including health benefits and 401(k) with a 3% company match Time Off: Paid time off plus holiday pay to recharge so you can be your best at work - both full time AND part-time staff get double time holiday pay when they work on the 8 major holidays! Network of Support: Supervisors who care deeply about the participants and your wellbeing - and want to reward staff who work well with training and advancement/promotions. Job Security: A stable job at an established, growing company with advancement opportunities Learning and Development: We invest in your development and provide the tools and training you need to have a fulfilling career WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO SEVITA Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; DSP Year 1 and DSP Year 2 certifications - PREFERRED Experience: At least 6 months-1 year experience in direct care of individuals with developmental disabilities - AND - must have some experience working with severe behavioral challenges such as verbal and physical aggression, running away, and so on. Skills: Behavioral de-escalation, knowledge of client rights and advocacy, strong communication skills Clearances: must be able to pass applicable criminal and driver history background checks and a pre-employment physical and TB test. Characteristics: Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible Licenses: Valid CA Driver's license; must have driver history of at least one year as a licensed driver (in any US state) AVAILABILITY: All positions require working at least one weekend shift (some schedules include both weekend days) on a regular basis Relevant experience includes: Behavioral Technician, Behavioral Interventionist, ABA, DSP with Developmentally disabled population Apply today and explore careers, well lived at Sevita.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
At least 6 months-1 year experience in direct care of individuals with developmental disabilities
Must have some experience working with severe behavioral challenges such as verbal and physical aggression, running away, and so on.
Behavioral de-escalation
Knowledge of client rights and advocacy
Strong communication skills
Must be able to pass applicable criminal and driver history background checks and a pre-employment physical and TB test.
Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible
Valid CA Driver's license
Must have driver history of at least one year as a licensed driver (in any US state)
All positions require working at least one weekend shift (some schedules include both weekend days) on a regular basis

Nice To Haves

DSP Year 1 and DSP Year 2 certifications

Responsibilities

Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, and live well
Develop real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve
Experience ownership and trust from your leaders to do what’s right for participants
Take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities
Support participants with developmental goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition
Assist the individuals in a group home setting with their personal hygiene
Support individuals who can have behavioral challenges and other complex needs

Benefits

Competitive Pay: Starting range is currently at $18.10/hour up to $20/hour (pay rate determined by which group home location you work in), plus annual increases, Pay on Demand
Full benefits package for employees working 30+ hours/week, including health benefits and 401(k) with a 3% company match
Paid time off plus holiday pay to recharge so you can be your best at work - both full time AND part-time staff get double time holiday pay when they work on the 8 major holidays!
Supervisors who care deeply about the participants and your wellbeing - and want to reward staff who work well with training and advancement/promotions.
A stable job at an established, growing company with advancement opportunities
We invest in your development and provide the tools and training you need to have a fulfilling career

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