Direct Support Professional
MERCEDES DIAZ HOMES INC•Burbank, CA
•$20 - $23•Onsite
About The Position
This role provides services to intellectually and developmentally challenged adults in their homes and community, assisting them in daily routines and recreational activities. The company emphasizes a family-oriented culture and seeks individuals who are consistent, curious, caring, and coach-like.
Requirements
- A High School diploma or GED equivalent and be at least 18 years old.
- Relevant experience working with Individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, behavioral challenges, dual diagnoses, or forensic involvement.
- A current driver’s license and California automobile insurance coverage for driving a personal vehicle to and from various community locations.
- Ability to read, write and speak English.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred.
- Assisted Living experience
- Behavior Aide experience
- Caregiver experience
- Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)
- Developmentally Disabled (DD) experience
- Job Coach experience
- Direct Support Professional (DSP) experience
- Child Care experience
- Elderly Care experience
- Senior Care experience
- Hospice Care experience
- ILS experience
- LVN experience
- Autism experience
- Special Education experience
- Special Needs experience
- SLS experience
- Housekeeper experience
- Driver experience
- Cleaner experience
- Home Health Aides (HHAs)
- Residential Care Facility Staff experience
- In-home support experience
- Med Tech experience
- Personal Care Attendant experience
- Day Program Staff or Adult Day Program experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist Individuals with their personal needs (e.g., hygiene, changing clothes/adult briefs, teeth brushing, medication reminders).
- Assist Individuals with social needs (e.g., prepare meals, clean, engage through exercise/movement, games).
- Transport Individuals in personal or company vehicles to community activities.
- Keep accurate progress notes.
- Proactively communicate information with the team about the Individuals’ needs.
- Participate in all required training, team, and company meetings.
- Take ownership of own behaviors and help coach others in demonstrating company C.A.R.E. values (compassion, adaptability, respect, and empowerment).
- Learn techniques to help Individuals have positive interactions and reach their goals.
- Learn about different agencies and resources to provide support directly or indirectly to Individuals.
- Support and encourage Individuals to thrive and succeed.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision insurance plans
- Vacation pay
- 401k plan with a 5% match
- Company-paid group life insurance
- Optional: additional voluntary Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long-term Disability, and Critical Care Coverage
- Bonus Programs
- Education reimbursement
- Professional development and training
- Robust Employee Assistance Program (includes financial, legal, mental health, and wellness services and programs)
- Employee Discounts (access to travel, sporting events, attractions, movie theaters, restaurants, etc.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
