Direct Support Specialist (DSP) – $21/hr, Paid Leave, Training

DuMolin Community Living; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Vacation Time

Paid meal breaks

Provided meals during shifts

Remote paid training

Frequent overtime

LGBTQIA Welcome

Internal promotion opportunities

Job summary

DuMolin Community Living in Santa Rosa, CA is seeking compassionate Direct Support Staff to join our team. This full-time, 34-hour-per-week position provides essential care, companionship, and support to adults with developmental disabilities in a group home setting.

You will assist with daily living activities, administer prescribed medications under nurse supervision, organize meals and transportation, and help residents participate in community-based activities while maintaining health,

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of caregiving, direct support, behavioral health, or related field preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and assist with physical care.
• Must be able to read and write in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor health under licensed nurse supervision.
• Prepare meals per dietitian plans and restrictions.
• Provide safe transportation to day programs, work, family visits, and community events.
• Facilitate recreational, therapeutic, and social activities and maintain a safe living environment.
• Accurately document services, incidents, medications, and daily care logs.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, coworkers, and clinical teams.

Skills

Reading & writing English

Communication

Patience

Time management

Punctuality

Job description

DuMolin Community Living in Santa Rosa, CA is seeking compassionate Direct Support Staff to join our team. This full-time, 34-hour-per-week position provides essential care, companionship, and support to adults with developmental disabilities in a group home setting.

You will assist with daily living activities, administer prescribed medications under nurse supervision, organize meals and transportation, and help residents participate in community-based activities while maintaining health,