Caregiver

momentum-formerly-ucpla; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation/Sick/Bereavement leave

Credit Union Benefits and Discounts

Retirement Plan (403B)

Job summary

Momentum is hiring a Caregiver / Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support disabled individuals in a group home setting. You will focus on person-first care, helping with daily living activities and promoting well-being.

This full-time role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to develop a rewarding career in healthcare. Qualified candidates will be 18+, with English proficiency, and able to meet post-offer screenings.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English well enough to perform essential duties and responsibilities.
• Experience working with developmentally disabled individuals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with personal care including dressing, bathing, toileting and hygiene.
• Assists with meal preparation, cleanup, laundry and other cleaning tasks.
• Assists with mobility tasks including transfers with beds, wheelchairs, and vehicles.
• Engages individuals in outings, crafts, entertainment and social activities.
• Provides direct support and related duties as assigned by supervisor or nursing staff.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Physical capability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Schedules Available :

- 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, five (5) days per work week, including weekends and holidays

- 2:15 PM to 10:45 PM, five (5) days per work week, including weekends and holidays

- 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM, four (4) days per work week, including weekends and holidays

Momentumis hiring aCaregiver /Direct Support Professional (DSP)to support disabled individuals with daily living needs in a group home residential setting. As a Caregiver / Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will support people with their physical, emotional, and social needs by focusing on the person first. Our DSPs have the unique opportunity to build a rewarding career in healthcare and to develop caring relationships.

Benefits (Full-time):

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance


• Life Assistance Program


• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)


• Paid Holidays


• Paid Vacation/Sick/Bereavement leave


• Credit Union Benefits and Discounts


• Retirement Plan (403B)

Caregiver / Direct Support Professional (DSP) Essential Responsibilities:

• Assists with personal care, including: dressing, undressing, bathing, toileting, and overall hygiene


• Assists with meal preparation, meal clean-up, laundry, and other cleaning tasks


• Assists with moving in and out of beds, wheelchairs, and automobiles


• Assists with activities of interest, such as: outings, crafts, entertainment, and other social events


• Provides direct support and other related duties as assigned by supervisor(s) and/or nursing staff


• Performs other duties as assigned to meet department and/or business needs

Caregiver / Direct Support Professional (DSP) Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age


• Valid and current proof of legal right to drive in California; required


• High School Diploma or equivalent; required


• Experience working with developmentally disabled individuals; preferred


• Read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English well enough to perform essential duties and responsibilities


• Ability to maintain confidentiality


• Successfully pass all post offer, pre-employment screening requirements, including criminal background check, drug screening, health screening, TB screening and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States


• Ability to run, push, pull, bend, squat, kneel, and lift up to fifty (50) pounds

CNAs and Med-Techs are encouraged to apply!

With 40 programs and service sites spanning several counties, Momentum is the largest nonprofit provider of direct support for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in Southern California.

Momentum is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates. Momentum also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment pursuant to California Law and, if applicable, the L.A. Fair Chance Ordinance.

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