Personal Care Attendant / Caregiver

New Heights Ventures; San Luis Obispo (CA); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team culture

Client engagement

Training & growth

Job summary

New Heights Ventures in California seeks DSP, Caregiver, Personal Attendant, or Behavior Specialist to support clients in daily living and social activities. You will provide personal care, training, and friendly interaction in a client-centered environment. No experience required; comprehensive training is offered.

Valid California driver's license preferred; first aid and CPR certification encouraged. This role offers both full-time and part-time schedules with a collaborative team and growth

Qualifications

• Past caregiving experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to document progress clearly in English.
• First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living support in clients' homes.
• Assist with meals, transfers, and mobility as needed.
• Support clients with social activities and community outings.
• Record progress and communicate with supervisors.

Skills

Proactive attitude

Great communication

Independent work

English writing

Job description

Description

Job Type: Full-Time & Part-Time Roles Available

DSP, Caregiver, Personal Attendant, Behavior Specialist

Our goal as New Heights Ventures is to empower individuals to live their best lives, and we do it with a lot of heart, humor, and hands-on support. This is more than a job; it's a chance to make meaningful connections, enjoy a supportive team atmosphere, and be part of a workplace that celebrates every success - big or small!

What You'll Be Doing

In this front-line role, you'll be a critical part of our clients' day-to-day lives, providing personal care, training, and social interaction. Every day is different, and your impact is profound!

Typical Day-to-Day Fun Includes:

• Helping clients with daily routines like getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, and other personal care activities.
• Supporting clients with meals and ensuring they have a pleasant dining experience.
• Keeping things moving! This may involve assisting clients with transferring to and from bed, showers, vehicles, or toilets.
• Participating in recreational outings, shopping trips, and fun activities - you're the friendly face our clients look forward to seeing!
• Handling emergency situations with a calm and efficient approach.
• Following Individual Program Plans and Training Manuals to provide top-notch, customized care.
• Documenting activities and making sure our clients' progress is recorded.
• Adapting to various needs in a shared home environment, working with a fantastic team of professionals.

Requirements

What You Bring to the Table:

• A proactive and positive attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt.
• Great communication skills, even when communication is challenging.
• An ability to work independently and confidently in unsupervised situations.
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to get certified by us).
• A valid CA driver's license and proof of auto insurance.
• Legible writing skills, in English, for accurate documentation.
• Prior experience preferred but not necessary.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Team Culture: Join a close-knit team where we support each other and have fun while making a difference!
• Client Engagement: Enjoy the rewarding experience of seeing your efforts pay off in our clients' smiles and progress.
• Training & Growth: No experience? No problem! We provide comprehensive training and opportunities to grow within the company.

Physical Requirements

• Free from any physical limitations that would prevent attendant from performing essential job duties, either with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Able to perform necessary transfers and hands on assistance for person served.