Caregiver

momentum-formerly-ucpla; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; 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

A leading nonprofit provider is seeking a Caregiver / Direct Support Professional (DSP) in California to support disabled individuals with daily living needs in a group home. The role involves personal care, meal assistance, and facilitating community activities. Candidates must have a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and a high school diploma. This position offers full-time benefits including insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English.
• Ability to lift up to fifty pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and hygiene.
• Provide meal preparation and cleaning support.
• Transport clients to appointments and community outings.
• Engage clients in activities of interest.

Skills

Experience working with developmentally disabled individuals

Valid driver's license

Clean driving record

Ability to perform physical tasks

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Schedules Available:

• 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, varying days, including weekends & holidays
• 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM, varying days, including weekends & holidays
• 10:30 PM to 6:30 AM, varying days, including weekends & holidays

Momentum is hiring a Caregiver / Direct Support Professional (DSP) with driving experience 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 community events
• Provides direct support and other related duties as assigned by supervisor(s) and/or nursing staff
• Provides transportation in company vehicle to and from day program, appointments, and community outings

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
• Clean driving record with DMV driver's record printout; 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
• 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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