Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Momentum; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; 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)

Employer-Sponsored Life Insurance

Job summary

Momentum is seeking compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to provide support and assistance to our clients, enabling them to live comfortably and independently in their homes. As a DSP, you'll play a crucial role in improving the lives of those we serve while fostering a sense of belonging, dignity, and fulfillment.

Momentum offers full-time schedules including weekends/holidays, with shifts such as 6:30 AM–3:00 PM and 2:30 PM–11:00 PM.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid California driver’s license required.
• Direct Support Professional I and/or II certification preferred.
• Experience with developmentally disabled individuals preferred.
• Must read, write, and communicate in English well.
• Pass post-offer screenings including background check, drug test, health/TB screenings; proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Ability to lift up to fifty pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks, including bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Help clients with medication reminders, ensuring they take their medications as prescribed.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks as per the client's dietary requirements.
• Engage in meaningful conversations, provide emotional support, and participate in activities that promote mental and emotional well-being.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients, including light housekeeping tasks.
• Assist clients with transportation to appointments, errands, and social activities as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of care provided and report any changes in the client's condition to the care coordinator.
• Ensure that all care is provided with respect for the client's dignity and independence.

Skills

English proficiency

Disability care experience

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Direct Support Professional I/II certification

Job description

• 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM, full-time including weekends and holidays
• 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM, Monday through Friday, with extended hours weekends & holidays
• 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday
• 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM, full-time including weekends and holidays

Schedules Available:

• 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM, full-time including weekends and holidays
• 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM, Monday through Friday, with extended hours weekends & holidays
• 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday
• 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM, full-time including weekends and holidays

Momentum is seeking compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to provide support and assistance to our clients, enabling them to live comfortably and independently in their homes. As a DSP, you'll play a crucial role in improving the lives of those we serve while fostering a sense of belonging, dignity, and fulfillment.

Salary: $17.75 - $18.25 per hour

Benefits:

• 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)
• Employer-Sponsored Life Insurance

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Responsibilities:

• Assist clients with personal care tasks, including bathing, grooming, and dressing
• Help clients with medication reminders, ensuring they take their medications as prescribed
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks as per the client's dietary requirements
• Engage in meaningful conversations, provide emotional support, and participate in activities that promote mental and emotional well-being
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients, including light housekeeping tasks
• Assist clients with transportation to appointments, errands, and social activities as needed
• Maintain accurate records of care provided and report any changes in the client's condition to the care coordinator
• Ensure that all care is provided with respect for the client's dignity and independence

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Qualifications:

• The minimum age requirement of 18 years
• High school diploma or equivalent; required
• Valid and current proof of legal right to drive in California; required
• Direct Support Professional I and / or II certification; highly preferred
• 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

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 and Illinois.

Momentum is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operate.

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