Direct Support Professional- SAPPHIRE- Bakersfield- Part Time

Redwood Family Care Network; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Redwood Family Care Network in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Direct Support Professional for part-time shifts. The role pays $17.00 per hour and requires a California driver’s license and background check.

Shifts include Wednesday 2pm-10pm and Saturday & Sunday 12pm-8pm, with a focus on promoting health, safety and well-being for individuals with developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include creating daily routines per the Individual Program Plan, assisting with personal care and meals,

Qualifications

• Direct Support Professional Certificate – DSP Year 1 & Year 2 (Must obtain within first 12 months of Hire)
• First Aid/CPR & CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention (Preferred or willing to obtain)
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have a California Driver’s License
• Candidate must successfully pass all pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with developmental disabilities by promoting health, safety and well-being.
• Develop and implement daily routines per Individual Program Plan.
• Assist with bathroom needs and clothing changes as needed.
• Prepare daily meals and assist with cleanup.
• Transport clients in company vans when required.

Education

Direct Support Professional Certificate – DSP Year 1 & Year 2

Job description

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Job Title: Direct Support Professional
Hourly Rate: $17.00 /hr.
Job Status: Part Time
Work Locations: Bakersfield, CA

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.

Our employees share 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.

Here's What You'll Do:

TheDirect Support Professional supports individuals with developmental disabilities by promoting their health, safety and well-being. Our Direct Support Professionals proudly serve as an advocate to improve the overall quality of life for our clients.

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).

Shifts Needed:

Wednesday 2pm-10pm
Saturday & Sunday 12pm-8pm

Education and Experience:

• Direct Support Professional Certificate – DSP Year 1 & Year 2 (Must obtain within first 12 months of Hire)
• First Aid/CPR & CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention (Preferred or willing to obtain)
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have a California Driver’s License
• Candidate must successfully pass all pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 30lbs.
• Able to work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.

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.

All applicants are subject to a background check. Once a conditional offer is made and a background check has been completed, if Redwood Family Care Network is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, we reserve the right to withdraw the offer of employment.

Work Remotely: No

Careers website: https://www.redwoodfcn.com/careers/