Direct Support Professional

MERCEDES DIAZ HOMES INC • Whittier, CA

28d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves providing services to intellectually and developmentally challenged adults in their homes and community, assisting them in participating 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.
• 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.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English/Spanish.
• Assisted Living experience.
• Behavior Aide experience.
• Caregiver experience.
• Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
• Experience with Developmentally Disabled (DD) individuals.
• Job Coach experience.
• Direct Support Professional (DSP) experience.
• Child Care experience.
• Elderly Care experience.
• Senior Care experience.
• Hospice Care experience.
• Experience with Autism.
• Special Education experience.
• Experience with Special Needs individuals.
• Independent Living Skills (ILS) experience.
• Supported Living Services (SLS) experience.
• Housekeeper experience.
• Driver experience.
• Cleaner experience.
• Home Health Aides (HHAs) experience.
• 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 personal needs such as hygiene, changing clothes/adult briefs, and teeth brushing.
• Provide medication reminders.
• Prepare meals and clean living spaces.
• Engage Individuals in exercise/movement and games.
• Transport Individuals to community activities using personal or company vehicles.
• Keep accurate progress notes.
• Proactively communicate information with the team about Individuals' needs.
• Participate in all required training, team, and company meetings.
• Take ownership of personal behaviors and help coach others in demonstrating company C.A.R.E. values (compassion, adaptability, respect, and empowerment).
• Receive ongoing coaching and performance feedback.
• Be recognized for personal and team contributions and for demonstrating C.A.R.E. values.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical insurance plans
• Dental insurance plans
• Vision insurance plans
• Vacation pay
• 401k plan with a 5% match
• Company-paid group life insurance
• Optional voluntary Life Insurance
• Optional Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability coverage
• Optional Critical Care Coverage
• Bonus Programs
• Education reimbursement
• Professional development
• Training
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (includes financial, legal, mental health, and wellness services and programs)
• Employee Discounts (for travel, sporting events, attractions, movie theaters, restaurants, etc.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED