Direct Support Professional — Meaningful Care & Growth

Kids for the Future; Inglewood (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid orientation

Paid time off

Paid training

Parental leave

Referral program

Safety equipment provided

Vision insurance

Job summary

WCAY is hiring Direct Support Professionals to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live safe, meaningful, and independent lives in our residential homes. You’ll provide hands-on care, promote dignity, and support personal goals in a team setting.

This role emphasizes building relationships, ensuring a supportive home environment, and engaging residents in community activities while adhering to safety and confidentiality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have valid, unexpired authorization to work in the United States.
• CPR/First Aid certification desired but not required; must be obtained within three months of hire and renewed bi-annually.
• CPI training desired but not required; must be obtained within three months of hire.
• DSP1 & DSP2 state‑mandated certifications (or willingness to obtain within the required timeframe).
• Ability to pass all pre‑employment screenings, including Live Scan fingerprinting, TB health screening, and employment verification. (Drug testing is not required.)
• Basic computer literacy (electronic health record systems are not used; staff maintain physical consumer binders).
• Strong adherence to safety protocols, company policies, and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Follow Individual Service Plans (ISP) with care and attention to detail.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment for consumers.
• Prepare and serve meals according to dietary needs (meal prep may be required but is rare).
• Administer medications (pills or liquids only, no syringes/injections) and maintain accurate documentation.
• Monitor and report health concerns, incidents, or behavioral changes to leadership.
• Accompany consumers to medical appointments, including but not limited to physical therapy, specialist visits, and routine check-ups as needed.
• Engage consumers in fun, structured activities to promote social skills and independence, including outings to community events and day programs.
• Assist consumers with laundry and household tasks, teaching them essential life skills to promote independence.
• Uphold confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical standards at all times.
• Selected team members may be required to perform other reasonable tasks and responsibilities as business needs necessitate.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

CPI training

DSP1 certification

DSP2 certification

Basic computer literacy

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

WCAY is hiring Direct Support Professionals to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live safe, meaningful, and independent lives in our residential homes. You’ll provide hands-on care, promote dignity, and support personal goals in a team setting.

This role emphasizes building relationships, ensuring a supportive home environment, and engaging residents in community activities while adhering to safety and confidentiality standards.