Direct Support Professional

Ambiria Homes • South Gate, CA

15d

About The Position

Ambiria Homes provides specialized residential services to adults with developmental disabilities. Each home has a maximum of four residents, allowing individualized care and customized services. Staff receive extensive training, with opportunities to train as Registered Behavior Technicians, licensed Administrators, and Direct Support Professionals. The role calls for compassionate staff who can calm residents and deescalate situations when participants display aggressive behaviors. The position requires a part-time schedule of Thursday through Sunday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The stated pay is $21–$23 per hour.

Requirements

• Be caring and patient.
• Have a reliable, insured vehicle and at least five years of driving experience.
• Be able to speak and understand basic English.
• Be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Pass a Department of Social Services background screening.
• Successfully pass a physical and TB test.
• Be willing to obtain Direct Support Professional Certification 1 and 2 within six months of hire.
• Be willing to obtain Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification; training is company-paid.
• Be willing to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification; training is company-paid.
• Be available Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Cook and clean.
• Dispense medications.
• Document behavior patterns.
• Drive residents safely to appointments and recreational activities.
• Actively supervise residents to ensure their safety.
• Deescalate situations and calm residents when they display aggressive behaviors.

What This Job Offers

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