Adult Group Home
About The Position
Seeking Support Staff at Non-profit Adult Residential Group Homes (Adult Residential Facilities / ARF) for Individuals with Special Needs (Autism / Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities) ETTA , a unique and respected non-profit, has been making a positive difference in the lives of adults with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1993. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at ETTA's Residential Group Homes, you will assist adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to Live More Independent & Enriching Lives Interested in Joining ETTA's Residential Group Homes? Please confirm the following: The commute to North Hollywood / Valley Village / Sherman Oaks would be acceptable to you; The starting rate of pay - $20.00 per hours - is within your range; Your availability matches at least one of the schedules (send email to request list of current openings); In addition to the daily routines with your client (teaching independent living, life skills coaching, marketing, doctor appointments, outdoor activities, fun outings, etc.), tasks may include meal preparation, making the bed, and assisting your client and others with some housekeeping; Please be aware that Group Homes staff may need to perform some basic "hygiene tasks" (including assisting with toileting) and this would be acceptable to you. All staff (male and female) must be okay with assisting all clients (male and female). The job description includes the following specification: " Experience with behaviors preferred (not required). Tasks include assisting both male and female clients with personal hygiene (which can include toileting)." [This is not a caregiving position; it is for direct support professionals / support staff.]
Requirements
- Some personal or professional experience supporting individuals with special needs
- 21+ years of age
- A valid driver's license (for a minimum of three years), clean driving record, and proof of vehicle insurance coverage
- Willingness to transport using personal vehicle (with mileage reimbursement)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Live Scan (DOJ / FBI) background check required
Nice To Haves
- Experience with behaviors preferred (not required).
Responsibilities
- teaching independent living
- life skills coaching
- marketing
- doctor appointments
- outdoor activities
- fun outings
- meal preparation
- making the bed
- assisting with housekeeping
- assisting with toileting
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
