DSP/LVN

Nuvia Staffing; Yucca Valley (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Nuvia Staffing is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Professional/Medication Technician in Yucca Valley, California. This full-time role focuses on improving health outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities, providing hands-on support, implementing care plans, and ensuring medication administration.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a valid LVN license, and experience with developmental disabilities. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are essential. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in clients' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities.
• Familiarity with caregiving, assisted living, or nursing home environments.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Implement individualized care plans and behavioral strategies.
• Document services and track progress to ensure compliance.
• Administer and monitor medications accurately.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for client health outcomes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in California

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a full-time Direct Support Professional/Medication Technician who is dedicated to improving health outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities. In this role, you will support clients with activities of daily living, implement individualized care plans, monitor behaviors, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment. This position also carries responsibility for medication administration, ensuring clients receive the correct medications and dosages in accordance with physician orders. The role includes working closely with psychiatrists and medical providers to support ongoing evaluation of medication regimens and contribute to recommendations when adjustments may be appropriate.

This is an ongoing, full-time position approximately 32-40 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on support to individuals with developmental disabilities, assisting with activities of daily living (personal hygiene, meals, medications) while promoting independence and well‑being.
• Implement individualized care plans and behavioral strategies to maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment, and facilitate social/recreational activities to enhance quality of life.
• Document services, track progress, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Administer and monitor medications, including subcutaneous injections, ensuring accuracy, proper storage, and adherence to physician orders.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support client health outcomes and contribute informed recommendations regarding medication management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in California.
• Experience working with individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities is highly valued.
• Familiarity with caregiving, assisted living, social work, nursing home, or transitional housing environments.
• Strong interpersonal skills (written and verbal communication), with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, families, and colleagues.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe environment for individuals in your care.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.