Caregiver Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 6 months to 1 year of experience providing direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Some experience working with severe behavioral challenges, including verbal or physical aggression and running away.
• Behavioral de-escalation skills and knowledge of client rights and advocacy.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to pass applicable criminal and driver history background checks, a pre-employment physical, and a TB test.
• Valid California driver's license and at least one year of driver history as a licensed driver in any U.S. state.
• Patient, compassionate, reliable, and responsible.
• Regularly work at least one weekend shift; some schedules include both weekend days.

Nice To Haves

• DSP Year 1 and DSP Year 2 certifications.
• Relevant experience as a Behavioral Technician, Behavioral Interventionist, ABA professional, or DSP working with a developmentally disabled population.

Responsibilities

• Help individuals with developmental disabilities grow, learn, and live well.
• Develop meaningful relationships with the individuals served.
• Help participants take part in the community and enjoy their favorite activities.
• Support developmental goals such as budgeting, exercise, and nutrition.
• Assist individuals in a group home setting with personal hygiene.
• Support individuals who may have behavioral challenges and other complex needs.

Benefits

• Pay on Demand.
• Full benefits package for employees working 30 or more hours per week, including health benefits and a 401(k) with a 3% company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Double-time holiday pay for full-time and part-time staff who work on the eight major holidays.
• Training and advancement or promotion opportunities.
• Learning and development support, tools, and training.