Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Lifehouse Agency • Rohnert Park, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

At Lifehouse, we focus on helping each person we support have the opportunity to lead a full life in their community. Our employees build relationships with the people we support ensuring they live full lives through assisting in day to day tasks, joining clubs, going out to eat, hiking, enjoying movies, going on vacations and more. We are looking for individuals who are ready to make a difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).

Requirements

• Friendly, helpful attitude, willing to go the extra mile.
• Openness to learn new tasks including assisting with personal care and hygiene
• CA Driver's License plus 2 years driving experience
• Registered Vehicle with valid insurance
• Ability to pass LiveScan fingerprint clearance.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure independence for the people you support by assisting in day to day tasks.
• Assist with Personal Care and Hygiene tasks which may include showering, bathing, contenance care. g-tube assistance, or similar tasks.
• Support community integration and development of social skills through recreational activities.
• Monitor medication and accompany the people you support to medical appointments.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and third-party agencies.
• Participate in team meetings and training as well as agency-wide training opportunities.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, starting at $22.50/hr.
• Medical insurance
• Employer-funded HRA
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• LTD
• EAP
• FSA
• Retirement with employer match
• Pet insurance
• Vacation pay
• Sick pay
• Holiday pay
• 401(k) matching - up to 4% Match
• Dental insurance - 100% coverage of employee only premiums
• Health insurance - up to 100% coverage of employee only premiums
• Life insurance - 100% coverage of up to $150,000
• Paid time off - Approximately 80 hours (on accrual basis)
• Health Reimbursement (HRA) - $6000 per employee to cover eligible expenses
• Vision - $200 reimbursement per year
• Referral program - Up to $650 per referral!
• Additional Employee Assistance and Benefits Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed