Direct Support Professional - Full Time Hours Rotating Location

Lifehouse Agency; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching - up to 4% Match

100% dental coverage for employee

Paid time off - Approximately 80 hours annually

Health Reimbursement (HRA) - $6000 per employee

Referral program - Up to $650 per referral

Job summary

Lifehouse Agency, located in San Rafael, California, is hiring for a role focused on supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). This position includes assisting with daily tasks, personal care, and community integration while ensuring positive relationships with those you support.

The job offers competitive pay at $26 per hour along with outstanding benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) matching plan. Candidates must possess a CA Driver's License and have a friendly attitude. Join Lifehouse Agency and make a meaningful difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Must have a friendly and helpful attitude, willing to assist in personal care.
• Experience with community integration and social skills development.
• Ability to pass LiveScan fingerprint clearance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure independence for the people you support by assisting in daily tasks.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene tasks.
• Support community integration through recreational activities.

Skills

Friendly, helpful attitude

Openness to learn new tasks

Ability to lift 50lbs

Education

CA Driver's License plus 2 years driving experience

Job description

Overview

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 26.00 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.

Requirements

• 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

Benefits

• 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.