Empowering Direct Support Professional: 401(k) & Training

Walk Of Life Residential Care Inc; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Training & development

Job summary

Walk of Life Residential Care is recruiting compassionate caregivers to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting. DSPs provide daily living assistance, monitor progress, and encourage independence and community involvement.

Role requires safeguarding residents, documenting progress, and collaborating with the care team. Both full-time and part-time shifts are available, including weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid California Driver’s License or CA ID.
• Background checks including fingerprinting, physical, TB screening, and orientation required.
• 1+ year caregiving experience preferred in an ARF setting.
• CPR/First Aid certification or to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Model positive interactions and encourage healthy communication.
• Familiarize with program plans for residents.
• Assist with activities of daily living and mobility, including bathing/grooming and meal prep.
• Document incidents and track progress notes and data frequencies.
• Support residents in independent living skills and community activities.
• Enter daily activities and shift notes in QuickMar.
• Perform routine housekeeping to maintain a clean living environment.

Skills

Compassionate care

Reliability

Punctuality

Self-starter

Driver's license

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid certification

Certified DSP 1 or DSP 2

CPI certification

Tools

Mobile transport/van driving experience

Job description

Walk of Life Residential Care is recruiting compassionate caregivers to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting. DSPs provide daily living assistance, monitor progress, and encourage independence and community involvement.

Role requires safeguarding residents, documenting progress, and collaborating with the care team. Both full-time and part-time shifts are available, including weekend hours.