Senior Direct Support Professional IV – Independent Living

UCP WORK, Inc.; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel Stipend

Cell Phone Stipend

403(b) Retirement Plan

Friends & Family Referral Bonus

Direct Deposit

Anniversary Bonus

On-the-job Training Provided

Job summary

UCP WORK, Inc. is hiring a Direct Support Professional IV in Goleta, California, to provide hands-on support to adults with developmental and physical disabilities. This full-time role includes responsibilities like assisting with daily living activities, mobility support, and medication administration while ensuring dignity and respect. Ideal candidates should have experience with individuals with complex needs and be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include travel and cell phone stipends, a 403(b) retirement plan, and on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities in individual/group settings preferred.
• Knowledge of mobility and transfer equipment is beneficial.
• Ability to provide safe support with personal care and medication.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support with activities of daily living.
• Assist with medication administration.
• Monitor and respond to changes in individuals’ conditions.

Skills

Empathy

Active Listening

Personal Care

Mobility Support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hoyer lifts

Gait belts

Wheelchairs

Microsoft Office

Job description

UCP WORK, Inc. is hiring a Direct Support Professional IV in Goleta, California, to provide hands-on support to adults with developmental and physical disabilities. This full-time role includes responsibilities like assisting with daily living activities, mobility support, and medication administration while ensuring dignity and respect. Ideal candidates should have experience with individuals with complex needs and be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include travel and cell phone stipends, a 403(b) retirement plan, and on-the-job training.