Direct Support Professional II

Devereux • Lompoc, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you interested in making a positive impact in the lives of adults with special needs? Are you looking to advance your career in the behavioral health field? If you answered Yes to these questions, consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team! Being a Direct Support Professional II has its Advantages! We offer: A fun, fast-paced and supportive environment that allows you to participate in the treatment planning process. Quality Low-Cost Benefits after 30 days of hire, including medical and dental, student loan debt assistance, and tuition reimbursement (learn more at benefits.devereux.org). Tuition Assistance and Student Loan assistance through our new Program ASCEND. Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is one of the largest and most advanced behavioral healthcare organizations in the country. We are looking for a Direct Support II staff to ensure the efficient operation of our Tularosa program located in Lompoc, CA. Tularosa is an adult residential facility in a community-based setting. This home serves adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders with moderate to severe behavioral challenges and/or significant deficits in adaptive skills. Residents receive on-site behavior analysis services, medical case management, medication monitoring, independent living skills training and community inclusion activities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• One (1) year of experience providing direct care to adults with developmental disabilities required
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required
• One weekend shift per week required
• Must have or be willing to obtain upon hire: Direct Support Professional Year 1 Certification by the State of California
• Must have or be willing to obtain upon hire: Direct Support Professional Year 2 Certification by the State of California
• Must have or be willing to obtain upon hire: Registered Behavioral Technician Certification by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field preferred
• Be empathetic, a team player, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, understand the theories of behavior management, utilize positive reinforcement, and represent yourself as a positive role model.
• Must be able to successfully pass required clearances, complete 40+ hours of paid new hire trainings, and have a strong passion for supporting individuals with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Utilizing positive reinforcement and antecedent manipulation to increase appropriate behaviors
• Assisting and supporting in the planning, implementation and documentation of programs designed to meet the social, emotional, physical and personal needs of adults served
• Accompanying residents on community outings, medical appointments and other activities, as directed by program management
• Must be willing to work with adults with challenging and/or aggressive behaviors

Benefits

• Quality Low-Cost Benefits after 30 days of hire, including medical and dental
• Student loan debt assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Tuition Assistance and Student Loan assistance through our new Program ASCEND
• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Continuing education assistance.
• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day)
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit
• Voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED