Direct Support Specialist — Flexible Hours & Growth

Elwyn; California (MD); Presencial; USD 26.139 - 37.229; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Generous Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits

Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay

Paid On-the-Job Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Schedules

Retirement Savings Plan

Descripción de la vacante

Elwyn, a leading nonprofit in California, is seeking Direct Support Professionals to support individuals in residential group homes. The role involves assisting in daily living activities, documenting individual programs, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, a valid California driver's license, and experience with developmental disabilities preferred. Elwyn offers generous paid time off, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

Formación

• Valid California driver's license and acceptable driving history.
• Successful completion of all trainings as required by applicable regulations.
• One year experience working with persons with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Assist and supervise residents in daily living activities.
• Document individual programs as directed by supervisory staff.
• Ensure suspected abuse is reported according to policies.

Conocimientos

Assistance in residential group homes

Knowledge of daily living activities

Reporting and documentation

Communication skills

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Valid C.N.A certification

Descripción del empleo

Join a Team That Changes Lives

For more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change – helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.

Overview

Pay Rate: $23/hour

Join a Team That Changes Lives

For more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change – helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.

Now, we’re looking for passionate team members to join us. Here, your work will change lives – including your own. You’ll make an impact every day, find purpose in what you do, and grow in a career that truly matters.

At Elwyn, we take care of you while you care for others. We offer:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages
• Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay
• Paid On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth
• Flexible Schedules
• Retirement Savings Plan
  
  

Join us and be a part of something bigger. Apply today.

Job Description

Elwyn seeks Direct Support Professionalsto work with our team in residential group homes.

Primary Function

• Direct Support Professional staff provide assistance and supervise residents in activities of daily living.
• Responsible for adhering to and documenting an individual's program as directed by the Program Administrator, RN House Manager or licensed staff in charge.
• Responsible for providing active programming at all times.
• Responsible for adherence to standards, procedures and schedules established by their supervisor.
• Functions are consistent with certified nurse's aide regulations.
• Responsible for ensuring that any suspicion of or knowledge of suspected abuse is reported in accordance with the law and program policies "Mandated Reporter" (SOC 341).
  
  

Requirements

• Valid California driver's license and acceptable driving history
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid C.N.A certification (only required if working in medical group homes)
• Successful completion of all trainings as required by applicable regulations
• One year experience working in a program serving persons with developmental disabilities preferred
  
  

#ZR

Equal Opportunity Employer

Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elwyn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, pregnancy status, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap status, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, perceived disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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