Direct Support Professional — Impactful Caregiving (FT/PT)

Redwood-Family-Care-Network; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

STD insurance

LTD insurance

AHS/HSA

EAP

Employee discount

Paid time off

Daily Pay

401(k)

Tuition discount Capella University

Sick time

Job summary

Redwood Family Care Network is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Riverside, CA to support individuals with developmental disabilities. You will promote health and safety, advocate for clients, and implement IPP/ISP goals to enhance quality of life.

Responsibilities include daily routines, meal prep, transportation, incident reporting, and maintaining a safe environment. Requirements include a high school diploma, 1+ year caregiving experience, DSP certificates, CPR/First Aid, and a CA

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have at least 1 year of professional or personal experience in caregiving (Preferred experience in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities or mental illnesses with challenging behaviors).
• Direct Support Professional Certificate Year 1 & Year 2 Required.
• First Aid / CPR/ CPI.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a California Driver’s License.
• Candidates must successfully pass all pre‑employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check.

Responsibilities

• Outline and prepare daily routine(s) for clients' (visual and active) as written in Individual Program Plan.
• Support the needs and goals of each resident by participating in the development of IPP/ISP goals.
• Maintain a clean, safe and healthy environment for the clients.
• Support the needs and goals of each resident by taking them to visit family and friends, to preferred leisure/recreation activities, and encouraging them to socialize among peers.
• Assist clients with personal care such as grooming, bathroom needs, changing clients' undergarments and/or clothing if needed.
• Prepare daily meals and assist with clean-up.
• Pick-up/drop-off clients in company vans from/to their home/facility (if necessary).
• Report any incidents or problems and communicate daily with administrators.
• Perform other duties assigned.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Direct Support Professional Certificate Year 1 & Year 2

First Aid / CPR / CPI

California Driver’s License

Job description

Redwood Family Care Network is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Riverside, CA to support individuals with developmental disabilities. You will promote health and safety, advocate for clients, and implement IPP/ISP goals to enhance quality of life.

Responsibilities include daily routines, meal prep, transportation, incident reporting, and maintaining a safe environment. Requirements include a high school diploma, 1+ year caregiving experience, DSP certificates, CPR/First Aid, and a CA