Direct Support Professional (DSP) Irvine $1000 SIGN-ON BONUS
About The Position
Redwood Family Care Network is seeking a part-time Direct Support Professional in Irvine, California. The role supports adults with physical and developmental disabilities in their daily lives and provides person-centered care in a safe, positive environment. This includes assisting with dietary, hygiene, bathing, grooming, dressing, restroom needs, and other activities of daily living. The Direct Support Professional helps carry out each client’s daily routines and Individual Program Plan (IPP), contributes to the development of IPP/ISP goals, and supports residents in pursuing their goals and preferred activities. The role may involve transporting clients in a personal vehicle, with mileage reimbursement. Applicants must complete pre-employment requirements, including a background check. The position is not remote. The stated hourly rate is $18.00–$20.00. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is paid in two installments: $500 after the first 90 days of employment and $500 after the next 90 days. Part-time benefits include sick time, an employee assistance program, employee discounts, daily pay through Dayforce Wallet, and a tuition discount through Capella University.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience supporting adults with developmental disabilities, including crisis management, behavior management, and ABA.
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 21 years of age.
- Valid California driver’s license.
- Must successfully pass pre-employment requirements, including a background check.
- Must have First Aid and CPR.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
- Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Must be available for in-person new-hire orientation on Monday and Wednesday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Nice To Haves
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification; preferred, or willing to obtain within the first six months of hire.
Responsibilities
- Outline and prepare clients’ daily routines, as written in their Individual Program Plans.
- Support residents’ needs and goals by participating in the development of IPP/ISP goals.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment for clients.
- Support residents by taking them to visit family and friends and to preferred leisure and recreation activities, and encourage peer socialization.
- Assist clients with personal care, including grooming, restroom needs, and changing undergarments or clothing when needed.
- 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
- Sick time
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Employee discount program
- Dayforce Wallet daily pay
- Tuition discount through Capella University
- $1,000 sign-on bonus, paid as $500 after the first 90 days of employment and $500 after the next 90 days
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
