Empowering Caregiver for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Easter Seals Southern California, Inc.; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Easter Seals Southern California, Inc. seeks a direct-care DSP to support adults with developmental disabilities in a licensed residential home in California. You will assist with daily living activities, meals, medication administration, and community outings to foster independence.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, DSP-I/DSP-II certification (within one year), and CPR/CPI/First Aid. 1–2 years in a licensed residential setting with medical fragility is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have DSP-I and DSP-II certification or obtain within first year.
• 1–2 years’ experience in licensed residential setting with medical fragile adults.
• CPR, CPI and First Aid certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including eating, hygiene, showering and bedtime prep.
• Assist with meals and G-tube feeding as needed.
• Monitor and administer medications as directed.
• Maintain daily documentation and required reports.
• Assist in transport and participate in recreational activities.

Skills

Personal care

Medication administration

Behavioral support

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

DSP-I / DSP-II Certification

Job description

Easter Seals Southern California, Inc. seeks a direct-care DSP to support adults with developmental disabilities in a licensed residential home in California. You will assist with daily living activities, meals, medication administration, and community outings to foster independence.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, DSP-I/DSP-II certification (within one year), and CPR/CPI/First Aid. 1–2 years in a licensed residential setting with medical fragility is preferred.