(DSP) Laguna Beach Mon-Fri 8-5pm or Sat-Sun 8am-5pm

Redwood Family Care Network • Laguna Beach, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Redwood Family Care Network is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide person-centered support to adults with physical and developmental disabilities in Laguna Beach, California. The role assists clients with daily living, personal care, meals, routines, socialization, and community activities while helping maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment. Employees may transport clients in a personal vehicle and receive mileage reimbursement.

The position is available part-time and full-time, with shifts Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., or Saturday–Sunday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. New hires must attend in-person orientation on Monday and Wednesday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., in Santa Ana, California. Redwood Family Care Network has a zero-tolerance stance on abuse and neglect and is committed to the health and safety of the people it supports. All applicants are subject to a background check.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities, crisis management, behavior management, and ABA.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid California driver’s license.
• Must successfully pass pre-employment requirements, including a background check.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Availability for in-person new-hire orientation Monday and Wednesday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., in Santa Ana, California.

Nice To Haves

• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification is preferred; alternatively, willingness to obtain it within the first six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Outline and prepare clients’ daily routines, including visual and active routines, as specified in the Individual Program Plan.
• Support residents’ needs and goals and participate in developing IPP/ISP goals.
• Provide personal care, including dietary assistance, hygiene, bathing, grooming, dressing, restroom needs, and changing clothing or undergarments when needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment for clients.
• Take clients to visit family and friends and to preferred leisure or recreation activities, and encourage socializing with peers.
• Prepare daily meals and assist with cleanup.
• Transport clients in a personal vehicle when needed; mileage is reimbursed.
• Report incidents or problems and communicate daily with administrators.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Benefits

• Full-time employees: comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident insurance options.
• Full-time employees: HSA, Health Care FSA, and Dependent Care FSA.
• Full-time and part-time employees: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Full-time and part-time employees: employee discount program.
• Full-time employees: paid time off (PTO).
• Full-time and part-time employees: Dayforce Wallet daily pay.
• Full-time employees: pre-tax 401(k) and after-tax Roth option.
• Full-time and part-time employees: tuition discount through Capella University.
• Part-time employees: sick time.
• $500 sign-on bonus.

What This Job Offers

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