Direct Support Professional - Pasadena, CA

Redwood-Family-Care-Network; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

STD

LTD

Hospital indemnity

Critical illness

Accident insurance

Paid time off

Daily Pay

Job summary

Redwood Family Care Network is hiring a Direct Support Professional II for the Pasadena, CA area. The role involves assisting adults with developmental disabilities in daily activities, including dietary, hygiene, grooming, and dressing. You will help with meals, activities, and basic transportation if needed.

This is a full-time, on-site position with AM/PM/NOC shifts. DSP 1 & DSP 2 certificates are required, along with a high school diploma or GED and CPR/First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• DSP 1 & DSP 2 certificates required.
• Minimum education: High School diploma or GED; CPR/First Aid and CPI training preferred.
• In-state driving not required but may be needed for client transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with developmental disabilities in daily activities.
• Support with dietary, hygiene, grooming, and dressing needs.
• Assist with daily meals and client transportation if necessary.

Skills

DSP Certification

Safety Training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid

CPI

DSP 1 & DSP 2 Certificates

Job description

Direct Support Professional - Pasadena, CA (EBSH Adult Residential Facility)

Job Title: Direct Support Professional 1 or 2

Hourly Rate: $21.00 - $24.00/hr.

Shifts Needed: AM, PM, NOC

Job Status: Full-Time

Work Location: Pasadena, CA

MUST have DSP 1 & DSP 2 CERTIFICATES

Redwood Family Care Network is an innovative leader in delivering person-centered home and community-based services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our Mission is to provide World Class person-centered services, supports and advocacy for individuals in positive and life-enriching environments.

Redwood Family Care Network takes a ZERO tolerancestance on abuse and neglect. Any allegations will be reported to the proper authorities. We are committed to the Health and Safety of the individuals we support.

Our employees are sharing their passion to make a positive impact in the lives of others. We are looking for individuals who share our Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

Benefits: Full-Time

• Comprehensive benefits options - Including medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident insurance.
• HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA
• EAP (Employee assistance program)
• Employee discount program
• PTO (Paid time off)
• Dayforce Wallet Daily Pay
• Pre-Tax 401(k)
• After-Tax Roth
• Tuition discount through Capella University
• Sick Time
• EAP (Employee assistance program)
• Employee discount program
• Dayforce Wallet Daily Pay
• Tuition discount through Capella University

Benefits: Part-Time

• Sick Time
• EAP (Employee assistance program)
• Employee discount program
• Dayforce Wallet Daily Pay
• Tuition discount through Capella University

Here’s What You’ll Do

The Direct Support Professional II (DSP2) assists adults with developmental disabilities in their daily lives in a (EBSH home). Assists with complete care of dietary, hygiene, grooming, and dressing needs. Redirects behaviors with various activities including walking, reading, games, math, and computer projects.

Essential Functions

• Outline and prepare daily routine(s) for clients' (visual and active) as written in Individual Program Plan.
• Assist clients with bathroom needs.
• Change 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).

Education and Experience

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid, CPI, and MUST have DSP 1 & DSP 2.
• RBT needs to be completed within 6 months of hire. Training, classes, and support to achieve certification is available to motivated staff (fast-track also available).
• Minimum Experience: 1 year of professional or personal experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities (e.g. Autism) or mental illnesses (e.g. Bipolar) with challenging behaviors strongly preferred.
• Minimum Driving Experience: Must have a valid in-state driver’s license, be over 21, provide current registration and insurance, and have a driving record with no more than 2 points within the last 3 years.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Able to work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.

The Candidate must successfully pass all pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check, physical, etc.

Work Remotely

• No

Work Location:

One location

Providing Excellent Support and Advocacy

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