Direct Support Professional

CEDARS OF MARIN • Ross, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Cedars of Marin provides person-centered day programs and residential opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities that inspire them to live creative, productive, healthy and joyous lives. Cedars has been supporting adults with developmental disabilities for more than 100 years. Join the Cedars DSP team and you'll make a difference to truly amazing adults every day! As a member of our residential staff you will support the daily living activities of our wonderful residents. Cedars DSPs are truly amazing - they are dedicated, kind and compassionate, and their work is noticed and appreciated! Cedars residential programs operate 24/7 and we have several full-time shifts available, including fill-in hours in both Novato and Ross, California. Rate of pay is $20 - $21/hour, depending on experience. For full time permanent employees, a hiring bonus of up to $1,000 will be distributed over the course of the first year of employment.

Requirements

• A strong desire to help others achieve their potential.
• Common sense, good judgment, and a willingness to take initiative.
• Ability to use email and computer.
• Must communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal.
• A clean California driver's license, a willingness to drive a passenger van, and a minimum of three years of driving.
• The ability to pass a criminal background check with the FBI and DOJ.
• Must pass both DSP I & II (or already be certified) within 12 - 24 months of hire.
• CPR and First Aid certifications (or the willingness to acquire both).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with adults with developmental disabilities is helpful.
• An upbeat, positive attitude and good sense of humor are very helpful!

Responsibilities

• Assist with goals that help increase a resident’s independent living skills.
• Supervise recreational activities using a positive supportive approach.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy home environment.
• Assist residents with cooking and housekeeping.
• Assist with personal hygiene needs.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance (403B) with matching of $.50 on the $1.00 on a tenure scale
• Paid Vacation, Sick, 3 Personal Days and 10 paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer paid Life/ADD insurance policy
• Employer paid Long Term Disability Insurance
• Hiring bonus of up to $1,000 will be distributed over the course of the first year of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees