Direct Support Professional - Visalia

Redwood-Family-Care-Network; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

STD/LTD insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

FSA (Dependent Care)

Employee Assistance Program

PTO (Paid time off)

Dayforce Wallet Daily Pay

Job summary

Redwood Family Care Network in Visalia, CA is seeking a Direct Support Professional to enhance the health, safety and well-being of residents with developmental disabilities. The role serves as an advocate and requires caregiving experience and DSP certificates. It offers varied shifts and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of caregiving experience preferred.
• Direct Support Professional Certificate Year 1 & Year 2 required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• California Driver’s License required.
• Background check required prior to employment.
• First Aid / CPR / CPI training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Outline and prepare daily routines for clients per Individual Program Plan.
• Support IPP/ISP goals and residents' needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe, healthy environment.
• Accompany clients to visit family/friends and social activities.
• Assist with personal care, grooming, and clothing if needed.
• Prepare meals and assist with cleanup.
• Transport clients in company vans if necessary.
• Report incidents and communicate with administration.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Direct Support Professional Certificate Year 1

Direct Support Professional Certificate Year 2

California Driver’s License

First Aid / CPR / CPI

Job description

Job Title: Direct Support Professional
Hourly Rate: $17 - $22.00
Shifts Needed: Morning, Evenings, Overnight
Job Status: Full Time & Part Time
Work Locations: Visalia, CA

DSP 1 & 2 Certifications required

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.

• 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

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.

Here’s What You’ll Do:

The Direct Support Professional supports individuals with developmental disabilities to have quality of life by promoting the health, safety and well-being of residents. A Direct Support Professional serves as an advocate for our clients.

Essential Functions

• 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 administers.
• Perform other duties assigned

Education and Experience:

• 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
• 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.
• First Aid / CPR/ CPI

Physical Requirements

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

Work Remotely

No

Location/Region

Visalia, CA

Providing Excellent Support and Advocacy