Residential Direct Support Specialist Empowering Lives

AbleLight; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

AbleLight in Mission Viejo, CA seeks caregivers to provide care and support in residential settings, helping implement individual Support Plans (ISP) and enabling people to pursue personal goals and meaningful activities.

You will assist with daily living, personal care, meals, medication administration under nurse supervision, and accompany individuals to appointments, activities, and community outings, while ensuring safety and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required unless directed by state regulations.
• Experience: 0 Years
• Lic or Cert: Program specific based on state requirements; may or may not need a Driver's License with no negative Motor Vehicle Record findings.

Responsibilities

• Provides daily support, care and companionship aligned with the individual Support Plan (ISP) with dignity and respect.
• Provides personal care such as bathing, dressing, bathroom assistance or housekeeping.
• Prepare and serve meals in accordance with individual diet plans.
• Administers medication, prescriptions as documented under the direction (supervision) of a nurse.
• Schedule as requested and take individuals to medical appointments, outings, or errands.
• Support engaging activities to maximize and enhance the quality of daily living and support individuals’ personal goals and quality of life.
• Ensures general event reporting (GER), record keeping is maintained that is aligned with medical orders, state compliance requirements, abuse reporting, court orders and AbleLight quality and internal procedures and guidelines.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Compassion

Willingness to learn

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

AbleLight in Mission Viejo, CA seeks caregivers to provide care and support in residential settings, helping implement individual Support Plans (ISP) and enabling people to pursue personal goals and meaningful activities.

You will assist with daily living, personal care, meals, medication administration under nurse supervision, and accompany individuals to appointments, activities, and community outings, while ensuring safety and quality of life.