Direct Support Professional

ETTA•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

ETTA is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide daily living supports to an adult male with cerebral palsy who will receive Supported Living Services in the Los Angeles area. The individual is moving from the East Coast to California. The role is suited to someone who respects Orthodox Jewish values and is interested in caregiving or in developing skills relevant to occupational therapy, physical therapy, social work, or nursing. Experience is welcome, and willingness to learn is also considered. The Direct Support Professional will provide personal and physical assistance, help the individual become comfortable in his home and community, support access to resources and meaningful activities, and promote self-advocacy, self-determination, and independence. Success is measured by the individual's growing confidence, independence, meaningful relationships, personal choice, and quality of life. The position is based at 1400 S. Glenville Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90035. The stated schedule is seven days per week, with shifts from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.; flexibility to cover other shifts is required. Pay is $35.00 per hour. A Live Scan (DOJ/FBI) background check is required.

Requirements

Respect for Orthodox Jewish values.
Experience or willingness to learn.
Flexibility to cover other shifts.
Ability to provide the described physical and personal-care support.
Completion of a Live Scan (DOJ/FBI) background check.

Nice To Haves

Interest in caregiving or in becoming an occupational therapist, physical therapist, social worker, or nurse.
A personality the individual and candidate feel will work well together.

Responsibilities

Listen to and honor the individual's verbal communication.
Support access to generic resources, including California Medi-Cal and medical resources, and assist with applying for IHSS.
Help the individual become comfortable in his surroundings, establish familiar routines, explore available resources, and develop a sense of belonging at home and in the community.
Identify and participate in stimulating, enjoyable, personally meaningful activities outside the apartment.
Provide physical support with lifting from bed in the mornings and evenings.
Assist with showering, toileting, dressing, grooming, and hygiene.
Support access to the community.
Support transfers in and out of cars.
Help maintain and expand daily living skills, including meal planning and preparation.
Use communication-support practices that promote self-advocacy, self-determination, and independence.
Maintain a safe, supportive environment while respecting boundaries and following ETTA guidelines and policies.
Attend monthly SLS staff meetings.