Direct Support Specialist: Compassionate Care & Growth

BEACON; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Sick leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Beacon in Santa Maria, CA, is hiring for a full-time Personal Care/Direct Support role with hours from 8:30am to 3:00pm, Monday through Friday. The role supports individuals with daily living activities, meals, and community participation in a structured program.

Responsibilities include documentation, safety monitoring, and collaboration with the team to implement care plans. Minimum education is a high school diploma; no prior experience required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and understand simple instructions in English.
• Communicate clearly using basic verbal and written skills.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with coworkers and management.
• Create a positive and supportive learning environment.
• Demonstrates basic computer literacy, including data entry and email navigation.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal care support including mobility, transfers and personal hygiene needs while promoting dignity and independence.
• Supports individuals with meals and snacks in accordance with dietary guidelines.
• Assists with and facilitates therapeutic, recreational, and social activities.
• Monitors health and safety concerns and responds to emergencies.
• Completes accurate daily activity records and incident reports.

Skills

Communication

English literacy

Reading and writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Beacon in Santa Maria, CA, is hiring for a full-time Personal Care/Direct Support role with hours from 8:30am to 3:00pm, Monday through Friday. The role supports individuals with daily living activities, meals, and community participation in a structured program.

Responsibilities include documentation, safety monitoring, and collaboration with the team to implement care plans. Minimum education is a high school diploma; no prior experience required.