Direct Support Professional

Elwyn; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 69,513,696 - 77,145,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision

Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay

Paid On-the-Job Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Advancement Opportunities and G

Flexible Schedules

Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Elwyn California seeks a Direct Support Professional to provide assistance and supervise residents in activities of daily living and implement Behavior Support and Health Care Plans.

You will be part of an interdisciplinary team, document plans, support learning leisure activities, and transport residents to appointments, while maintaining safety and dignity.

This role requires a high school diploma, required trainings, and a valid CA driver’s license; DOJ/FBI checks are mandatory.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of all trainings as required by applicable regulations.
• One year experience in a program serving persons with developmental disabilities preferred.
• DOJ and FBI fingerprint and criminal clearance required.
• Valid health screening with clear TB test within 1 year prior to hire.
• Must possess a current, valid driver’s license with at least two years of driving experience and acceptable driving record.
• Must complete trainings including DSP1, DSP2, First Aid, CPR/AED upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists and teaches residents self-care and daily living activities.
• Maintains safety and supervision of residents at all times.
• Implements Behavior Plans and Health Care Plans.
• Member of the Interdisciplinary Team in ISP/IPP outcomes and programming.
• Assists residents in occupational, recreational, vocational, and therapeutic programs.
• Maintains a safe, sanitary, therapeutic environment that respects residents’ dignity and privacy.
• Engages residents in learning activities and tailored skills.
• Assists with leisure activities and encourages participation in planned recreation.
• Supervises during meals, activities, and appointments; reports changes to supervisors.
• Transports residents to medical or recreational appointments in the company vehicle.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Safety-consciousness

Documentation

Driving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

$24.26/hour

Join a Team That Changes Lives

For more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change – helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.

Now, we’re looking for passionate team members to join us. Here, your work will change lives – including your own. You’ll make an impact every day, find purpose in what you do, and grow in a career that truly matters.

At Elwyn, we take care of you while you care for others. We offer:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages
• Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay
• Paid On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth
• Flexible Schedules
• Retirement Savings Plan

Join us and be a part of something bigger. Apply today.

Job Description

Elwyn California seeks a Direct Support Professional to provide assistance and supervise residents in activities of daily living and implement Behavior Support and Health Care Plans. They are responsible for adhering to and documenting a resident's program as directed by the Program Administrator and shift lead. They are responsible for providing active programming at all times.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists and teaches residents self‑care, self‑administration of medications, and independent living skills, including but not limited to bathing, dressing, feeding, and nail care. Assists and trains residents in activities of daily living, personal hygiene, and household activities, including but not limited to grocery shopping, food preparation, serving and clean‑up.
• Maintains safety and supervision of the residents at all times.
• Implements Behavior Plans and Health Care Plans.
• Member of the Interdisciplinary Team in designated aspects of the development and implementation of the Individual Service Plan (ISP) and IPP outcomes, and overall programming for residents.
• Assists residents in occupational, recreational, vocational, and therapeutic programs.
• Maintains a safe, sanitary, and therapeutic environment which promotes respect and dignity for residents and protects the privacy, rights, confidentiality, and physical/emotional well‑being of residents.
• Engages residents in activities that provide opportunities for learning and practice of skills tailored to the specific needs of the resident.
• Assists and teaches residents in the constructive use of leisure time. Encourages residents to participate in planned recreational activities.
• Actively supervises during dining, recreational activities, medical and other appointments. Knows and reports the whereabouts of the assigned residents at all times.
• Transports residents in the company vehicle to medical, recreational and/or other appointments.
• Attends staff meetings; including but not limited to in‑services and training sessions.
• Maintains all required trainings and certifications as required by regulations and Elwyn California.
• Reports and documents behavior/medical concerns and other special incidents to proper supervisory personnel.
• Remains on duty until relieved by incoming staff.
• Consistently demonstrates the ability to maintain quality assurance standards and promote Elwyn California goals and objectives in accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures.
• Continually works with staff members in creating a professional and amiable atmosphere; encourages and supports co‑workers to work as a team.
• Demonstrates the ability to adapt to changes in workload.
• Assists with health care and/or behavioral needs and documents appropriately.
• Completes assigned work in a timely manner and strives to make good use of time.
• Gives feedback to Program Administrator and/or shift lead regarding any issues affecting home operations and resident care; including immediate notification of any changes in care needs.
• Seeks help and/or guidance from co‑workers and/or shift lead as appropriate.
• Responds to emergencies appropriately as directed by all health/behavior plans, regulations, and/or policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Successful completion of all trainings as required by applicable regulations
• One year experience working in a program serving persons with developmental disabilities preferred
• Must complete a DOJ and FBI fingerprint and criminal clearance and be free of convictions barring employment in this position under applicable statute or regulation
• Must have a valid health screening with clear TB test within 1 year prior to hire or no later than 7 days after hire
• Must possess a current, valid driver’s license in state of residence, have a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience within the United States, and have an acceptable driving record
• Upon hire, must complete all trainings as required by applicable regulations, including but not limited to: DSP1, DSP2, First Aid, CPR/AED certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer

Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elwyn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, pregnancy status, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap status, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, perceived disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

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