Caregiver / Personal Attendant / Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Thrive Support Services, Inc.; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 21,025 - 29,945; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision coverage

Costco Membership

Flexible Spending Account

Mileage reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Employer Matching 401k

Hiring bonus of $600

Job summary

A community support organization in Martinez, CA, is seeking a Caregiver / Personal Attendant to assist developmentally disabled clients with daily living activities, including grooming, meal preparation, and medication administration. Candidates should have experience in caregiving, a valid California driver's license, and the ability to manage hands-on care responsibilities. The role includes a $600 hiring bonus, health insurance, and other benefits, contributing to a meaningful difference in clients' lives.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience with adults with developmental disabilities.
• Must be able to provide hands-on care and support including bathing, dressing, and medication assistance.
• Must have a valid California Driver License and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with daily living activities such as dressing and grooming.
• Assist with meal planning and preparation.
• Administer medication and coordinate community outings.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks.

Skills

Experience working as a caregiver or in-home aide

High level of accountability and dependability

Ability to provide hands-on care

Lifting capability up to 50 lbs

Valid California Driver License

Access to reliable vehicle

Ability to pass background check

Obtain CPR/First Aid certification

Obtain TB test result

Valid auto insurance

Job description

Pay

$18.50 per hour

Hiring Bonus

$600 hiring bonus ($200 after the first full week working with clients and $400 after the completion of 90 days)

Location

Martinez, CA

Caregiver / Personal Attendant Responsibilities

The Caregiver / Personal Attendant will support our developmentally disabled clients with their daily living activities such as dressing, grooming, meal planning and preparation, medication administration and community outing. Other duties will include light housekeeping.

Caregiver / Personal Attendant Qualifications

• At least one (1) year experience working as a caregiver or in-home aide, preferably with adults with developmental disabilities
• High level of accountability and dependability
• Must be able to provide hands‑on care and support including bathing, dressing, changing diapers, assist with medication, etc
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Must have a valid California Driver License
• Must have access to reliable vehicle
• Must be able to pass DOJ fingerprinting/criminal background check
• Must be able to obtain CPR/First Aid certification
• Must be able to obtain TB test result
• Must have valid auto insurance with $100,000‑$300,000 bodily injury liability insurance

Benefits

• $600 hiring bonus ($200 after the first full week working with clients and $400 after the completion of 90 days)
• Health Insurance, Dental & Vision coverage
• Costco Membership
• Flexible Spending Account
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Employer Matching 401k

About Our Organization

Thrive Support Services was founded in 2007 with the goal of helping adults with developmental disabilities Thrive in their own homes and chosen communities. We believe that every individual, regardless of disability, has the right to live in the place of their choosing and with the people they want by their side. We serve clients throughout the Alameda and Contra Costa County Areas. We truly see this endeavor as a way to make a difference in peoples' lives every day. Visit our website at www.ThriveSupportServices.com.