Direct Support Professional — Enrich Lives Daily

Mercedes Diaz Homes Inc; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercedes Diaz Homes Inc. is seeking a full-time Caregiver-Holding in Whittier, CA to support adults with developmental disabilities in daily living activities within community and residential settings.

The role emphasizes person-centered care, documenting progress, assisting with meals, grooming, mobility, and medication administration, and maintaining a safe home environment with open communication.

Qualifications

• Experience providing care to adults with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to follow a program plan and document progress.

Responsibilities

• Encourage positive interactions and choices.
• Familiarize with the individual program plan.
• Understand behavior modification techniques and apply them appropriately.
• Assist with mobility range of motion and self-help skills.
• Document incidents and maintain progress notes.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Assist with grooming and personal hygiene.
• Assist in medication administration and documentation.
• Maintain open communication with team and supervisor.
• Assist with meal preparation and housekeeping.
• Demonstrate mature judgment and warm, caring communication.
• Maintain a clean and safe home environment.
• Participate in recreational activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Self advocacy

Mature judgment

Money management

Job description

Mercedes Diaz Homes Inc. is seeking a full-time Caregiver-Holding in Whittier, CA to support adults with developmental disabilities in daily living activities within community and residential settings.

The role emphasizes person-centered care, documenting progress, assisting with meals, grooming, mobility, and medication administration, and maintaining a safe home environment with open communication.