In-Home Support & Developmental Disabilities Advocate

Creative Living Options; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Aflac

Vacation / Paid Time Off

IHSS certification support

Job summary

Creative Living Options in California seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with developmental disabilities in Supported Living Services. The role emphasizes advocacy, daily living support, and social engagement while promoting health and safety.

You will attend to personal care, accompany clients to appointments, and help with IPP/ISP goals. A valid CA driver license and IHSS certification within 30 days are required, along with reliable transportation and safety awareness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• IHSS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Reliable vehicle, driver license, CA auto insurance, and clean driving record.
• Able to lift/move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Attend to the client’s care needs including grooming, bathing, hygiene, and toileting.
• Assist with feeding and other personal care tasks.
• Take clients to medical appointments and social activities; encourage peer interaction.
• Support healthy life choices and meal preparation.
• Maintain a clean, safe home; report issues and broken items to supervisor.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in ongoing education.
• Advocate for clients and help achieve IPP/ISP goals.
• Report incidents or health/safety concerns per laws and regulations.

Skills

Positive attitude

Flexible interpersonal skills

Good judgment

Willing to ongoing training

Reliable vehicle

Driver license

Current CA auto insurance

Clean driving record

Lift up to 50 pounds

IHSS certification within 30 days

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Creative Living Options in California seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with developmental disabilities in Supported Living Services. The role emphasizes advocacy, daily living support, and social engagement while promoting health and safety.

You will attend to personal care, accompany clients to appointments, and help with IPP/ISP goals. A valid CA driver license and IHSS certification within 30 days are required, along with reliable transportation and safety awareness.