Direct Support Professional — Empower Lives & Community

Lifehouse Inc.; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 29,549 - 42,085; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Pet insurance

Job summary

Lifehouse Inc. in San Rafael, California, seeks compassionate individuals to assist clients in their daily tasks, promoting independence and community integration. Responsibilities include aiding with personal care, medication monitoring, and participation in team training.

Candidates must have a CA Driver's License, a friendly attitude, and the ability to lift 50 lbs. Benefits include competitive pay at $26 per hour, health and dental insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and additional perks.

Qualifications

• 2 years of driving experience required.
• Ability to pass LiveScan fingerprint clearance.
• Willingness to assist with personal care and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and hygiene tasks.
• Support community integration via recreational activities.
• Monitor medication and attend medical appointments.

Skills

Friendly, helpful attitude

Openness to learn new tasks

CA Driver's License

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Job description

Why work for us? Simple – We love what we do!

Ready to make a difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD)?

At Lifehouse we focus on helping each person we support have the opportunity to lead a full life in their community. Our employees build relationships with the people we support ensuring they live full lives through assisting in day to day tasks, joining clubs, going out to eat, hiking, enjoying movies, going on vacations and more.This opportunity will work across multiple locations on a rotating basis to support our Adult Residential and Intermediate Care Facility programs.

What you will be doing:

• Ensure independence for the people you support by assisting in day to day tasks.
• Assist with Personal Care and Hygiene tasks which may include showering, bathing, contenance care. g-tube assistance, or similar tasks.
• Support community integration and development of social skills through recreational activities.
• Monitor medication and accompany the people you support to medical appointments.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and third-party agencies.
• Participate in team meetings and training as well as agency-wide training opportunities.
• Working and available during the following shifts: 2-10 p.m. PST weekdays; 8-4 p.m. PST weekends

Why you should apply:

• You will make a difference and have fun while you work.
• You will be part of a great team working towards integration and changing the perception of people with developmental disabilities in the community.
• Competitive pay, at 28.00 per hour
• Outstanding benefits, including medical, employer-funded HRA, dental, vision, Life, LTD, EAP, FSA, retirement with employer match, pet insurance, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

• Friendly, helpful attitude, willing to go the extra mile.
• Openness to learn new tasks including assisting with personal care and hygiene
• CA Driver's License plus 2 years driving experience (Required)
• Registered Vehicle with valid insurance (Required)
• Ability to pass LiveScan fingerprint clearance.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Ability to work either Sunday - Thursday or Tuesday - Saturday
• Hours: 2-10 p.m. PST weekdays; 8-4 p.m. PST weekends

• 401(k) matching - up to 4% Match
• Dental insurance - 100% coverage of employee only premiums
• Health insurance - up to 100% coverage of employee only premiums
• Life insurance - 100% coverage of up to $150,000
• Paid time off - Approximately 80 hours (on accrual basis)
• Health Reimbursement (HRA) - $6000 per employee to cover eligible expenses
• Vision - $200 reimbursement per year
• Referral program - Up to $650 per referral!
• Additional Employee Assistance and Benefits Programs

Lifehouse is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Job Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: 28.00 per hour