PAI Ventura

PEOPLE CREATING SUCCESS • Oxnard, CA

5d • $0 - $20 • Hybrid

About The Position

People Creating Success (PCS) is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team as Direct Support Professionals in Ventura County. This role involves empowering adults with developmental disabilities to live independently and achieve their personal goals. PCS has been a leader in providing services for adults with developmental disabilities for over 20 years, with a mission to offer opportunities for career, education, and life goals. This is a meaningful and active career that connects you to your community.

Requirements

• A compassionate, person-centered mindset
• A warm, respectful, and professional demeanor
• Capable of communication with dignity and respect, especially during challenging moments
• A valid driver’s license
• Responsible, and can document goal progress tracking with detail

Nice To Haves

• DSP 1 & 2 certification (applicants who are not yet certified can take advantage of our internal certification programs)
• CPR / First Aid certification (Training will be provided if applicants are not certified or need to be recertified)
• Weekend Availability

Responsibilities

• Assist participants with living independently
• Support participants with daily living skills such as cleaning, cooking, budget management, and light household duties
• Assist with traveling to doctors appointments
• Following care plans and helping participants achieve their personal goals
• Encourage healthy habits, studies, hobbies, and social activities
• Assist with personal care such as medication support, hygiene and bathing (lifting / transferring may be required)
• Collaborate Person-Centered Care planning with participant, staff and management
• Document shift and communication logs

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement
• $10/month cell phone stipend
• Health care benefits and PTO available if you transition to full time employment
• Discounts on Pet Insurance
• Cal-Savers retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed