Direct Support Professional III Day Services

Momentum WORK, Inc.; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel Stipend

Cell Phone Stipend

Paid Time-Off

403(b) Retirement Plan

Referral Bonus

Direct Deposit

Anniversary Bonus

On-the-job Training Provided

Up to $750 Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Momentum WORK, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional for their Day Services in Santa Maria, California. This full-time role involves assisting adults with developmental disabilities in achieving independence and social integration. Responsibilities include providing on-the-job training, maintaining records, and promoting positive community relations. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience working with individuals with disabilities. The position offers various benefits, including a travel stipend and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience working with persons with disabilities preferred.
• Demonstrated confidentiality regarding persons served.
• Valid CA Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with developmental disabilities in social settings.
• Provide on-the-job training to program participants.
• Maintain accurate records and promote community integration.

Skills

Experience working with persons with developmental disabilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Patience and understanding

Ability to complete tasks with interruptions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Direct Support Professional, Day Services

Job Type: Full Time

Immediate Supervisor: Program Director-Day Services

Supervision Exercised: None

SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Program Director of Day Services, this position is responsible for assisting adults with developmental disabilities in promoting their independence in social and employment settings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides on-the-job training to program participants in groups and/or individually
• Responsible for providing skill or developmental training in various activities as designated; assists with personal care (including toileting/changing)/hygiene
• Maintains accurate and current records such as daily participant documentation
• Contributes to positive relations between community members, program participants, vendors, and other Agency staff
• Trains program participants in accessing public transportation and assists them with community integration
• Monitors, tracks, and assists program participants in goal achievement
• Organizes social and vocational groups in promoting independence
• Complies with all Momentum Inc. program policies, CARF accreditation standards, TCRC, CAL/OSHA policies and procedures
• Must be able to work at other Momentum WORK, Inc. locations, when needed
• Must be able to transport participants, unless waived by the Executive Director
• Other related duties and responsibilities on an as needed basis

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand, sit for long periods of time
• Ability to go up and down stairs
• Ability to walk for long periods of time
• Ability to push or pull wheelchairs when necessary
• Ability to speak, read, hear, and understand technical written materials
• The employee is frequently required to climb, stoop, twist, or bend and lift up to fifty (50) pounds, using proper body mechanics to minimize injuries to self and people served
• Full awareness of environmental stimuli
• Ability to implement Crisis Management, Safety & ProAct techniques (training included)

Note : ADA accommodations available.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least one (1) year of experience working with persons with developmental and/or other disabilities in individual and/or group settings preferred
• Demonstrated ability to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality regarding persons served and other related information
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to complete tasks with numerous interruptions
• Compassion and respect for persons with disabilities
• Ability to demonstrate patience and understanding because people served may have intellectual, emotional, or behavioral challenges, in addition to physical limitations
• May need to be available during any disasters, per disaster plan
• Must have reliable phone
• Valid CA Driver’s License: must have an acceptable driving record as determined by criteria established by the Agency’s insurance carrier and by Agency policy
• Valid certification in CPR/First Aid (Training included)

BENEFITS

• Travel Stipend
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Paid Time- Off
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Friends & Family Referral Bonus
• Direct Deposit
• Anniversary Bonus
• On-the-job Training Provided
• Up to $750 Sign-On Bonus