Redwood Family Care Network

The Direct Support Professionals supports individuals with developmental disabilities to have quality of life.. Assist clients with personal care such as grooming, bathroom needs, changing clients' undergarments and/or clothing if needed.. Pick-up/drop-off clients in company vans from/to their home/facility (if necessary).. Must have at least 1 year of professional or personal experience in caregiving (Preferred experience in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities or mental illnesses with challenging behaviors). Direct Support Professional Certificate Year 1 & Year 2 and CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention (Preferred or willing to obtain within the first 6 months of hire)

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DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL-LA MESA/EL CAJON

Job Title: Direct Support Professional
Hourly Rate: $17.00-18.00 (based on certification) 
Shifts Needed: AM/PM/NOC--Weekends Preferred
Job Status: Full-Time
Work Locations: La Mesa/El Cajon, CA 

COME JOIN OUR TEAM! Do you have a passion for providing quality support to individuals with special needs? Do you thrive on helping others build/reach their goals in a positive, life-enriching environment? Then we'd love for you to apply!

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance offered
Paid Time Off 
401K 
Company Perks and Discounts
NEW ON-DEMAND PAY!

 

 People's Care is hiring compassionate amazing providers to support and care for adults and adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
 
Here's What You'll Do:

The Direct Support Professionals supports individuals with developmental disabilities to have quality of life. The Direct Support Professionals promotes the health, safety and well-being of residents. A Direct Support Professionals serves as an advocate for our clients.
 

Essential Functions

Outline and prepare daily routine(s) for clients' (visual and active) as written in Individual Program Plan.
Support the needs and goals of each resident by participating in the development of IPP/ISP goals.
Maintain a clean, safe and healthy environment for the clients.
Support the needs and goals of each resident by taking them to visit family and friends, to preferred leisure/recreation activities, and encouraging them to socialize among peers.
Assist clients with personal care such as grooming, bathroom needs, changing clients' undergarments and/or clothing if needed.
Prepare daily meals and assist with clean-up.
Pick-up/drop-off clients in company vans from/to their home/facility (if necessary).
Report any incidents or problems and communicate daily with administers.
Perform other duties assigned

 
Education and Experience:

Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent
Must have at least 1 year of professional or personal experience in caregiving (Preferred experience in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities or mental illnesses with challenging behaviors)
Direct Support Professional Certificate Year 1 & Year 2 and CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention (Preferred or willing to obtain within the first 6 months of hire)
First Aid / CPR (Preferred or willing to obtain within 30 days of employment)
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must have a California Driver’s License
Candidates must successfully pass all pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check.

 
Physical Requirements

Must be able to push, pull or lift up to 50lbs.

Able to work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.

 
Work Remotely
No

 
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