Caregiver for Behavioral Group Home - Part-time

The MENTOR Network; San Fernando (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in community-based services is seeking a Caregiver DSP for their Behavioral Group Home in the Northridge area of San Fernando Valley. Join a mission-driven team with opportunities for meaningful relationships and growth while providing direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities. Enjoy competitive pay, a robust benefits package, and the chance to make a difference in a rewarding career.

Benefits

Full benefits package for employees working 30+ hours/week including health benefits and 401(k) with a 3% company match

Paid time off plus holiday pay

Opportunities for training and advancement

Qualifications

• At least 6 months to 1 year of experience in direct care of individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Must have experience working with severe behavioral challenges.
• Patient, compassionate, reliable, and responsible characteristics are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in personal hygiene and manage behavioral challenges.
• Support participants with developmental goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition.
• Develop meaningful relationships and promote community integration.

Skills

Behavioral de-escalation

Strong communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

DSP Year 1 and DSP Year 2 certifications

Job description

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived.

NOTE: Work Location for this specific posting is Northridge area of San Fernando Valley

Caregiver DSP for Behavioral Group Home
Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour (for this specific group home)

Schedules are regular and consistent

THRIVE AS A CAREGIVER AT SEVITA. EACH DAY, YOU’LL

• Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, and live well
• Develop real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve
• Experience ownership and trust from your leaders to do what’s right for participants
• Take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities
• Support participants with developmental goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition

You’ll assist the individuals in a group home setting with their personal hygiene and support individuals who can have behavioral challenges and other complex needs. If you’re compassionate, patient, and find meaning in this type of work, you'll find a promising future at Sevita.

EVERY PERSON DESERVES A FULFILLING CAREER

• Competitive Pay: Starting range is currently at $18.10/hour up to $20/hour (pay rate determined by which group home location you work in), plus annual increases,Pay on Demand, Full benefits package for employees working 30+ hours/week, including health benefits and 401(k) with a 3% company match
• Time Off: Paid time off plus holiday pay to recharge so you can be your best at work
• Network of Support: Supervisors who care deeply about the participants and your wellbeing - and want to reward staff who work well with training and advancement/promotions.
• Job Security: A stable job at an established, growing company with advancement opportunities
• Learning and Development: We invest in your development and provide the tools and training you need to have a fulfilling career

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO SEVITA

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent;
• DSP Year 1 and DSP Year 2 certifications -Preferred
• Experience: At least 6 months to 1 year of experience in direct care of individuals with developmental disabilities - AND - must have some experience working with severe behavioral challenges such as verbal and physical aggression, running away, and so on.
• Skills: Behavioral de-escalation, knowledge of client rights and advocacy, strong communication skills
• Clearances:must be able to pass applicable criminal and driver history background checks and a pre-employment physical and TB test.
• Characteristics: Patient, compassionate, reliable, responsible
• Licenses: Valid CA Driver's license; must have driver history of at least one year as a licensed driver (in any US state)
• AVAILABILITY: All positions require working at least one weekend shift (some schedules include both weekend days) on a regular basis

Relevant experience includes: Behavioral Technician, Behavioral Interventionist, ABA, DSP with Developmentally disabled population

Apply today and explore careers, well lived at Sevita.

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.