Direct Support Professional

Ambiria Homes • South Gate, CA

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About The Position

Ambiria Homes provides specialized residential services to adults with developmental disabilities. Each home serves a maximum of four residents, allowing for individualized care and customized services. The Direct Support Professional will provide support in the PICA DAY PROGRAM and help ensure residents’ safety and well-being. The role includes assisting with daily activities and deescalating situations when participants display aggressive behaviors. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Pay is $21–$23 per hour.

Requirements

• Must be caring and patient.
• Must be able to speak and understand basic English.
• Must pass a Department of Social Services background screening.
• Must successfully pass a physical and TB test.
• Must be willing to obtain Direct Support Professional Certification 1 and 2 within six months of hire.
• Must be willing to obtain Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification.
• Must be willing to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cook and clean.
• Dispense medications.
• Document behavior patterns.
• Drive residents safely to appointments and recreational activities using a company vehicle.
• Actively supervise residents to ensure their safety.
• Calm residents and deescalate situations when participants display aggressive behaviors.

Benefits

• Company-paid Crisis Prevention Intervention training.
• Company-paid CPR/First Aid training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed