Virtual Hiring Event - Experienced Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) / Caregivers

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Growth opportunities

Paid training

Job summary

Dungarvin in Santa Rosa, CA is hosting a Virtual Hiring Event for experienced Direct Support Professionals to join the Day Program. The position offers a consistent weekday schedule with no evenings or weekends and an hourly rate of $23.50, 32.5 hours per week.

Responsibilities include leading group activities, teaching life skills, assisting with personal care, and supporting individuals with I/DD in a day program setting. A valid driver’s license and HS diploma or GED are required.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience supporting adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
• Experience in an adult day program, group home, behavioral program, or community-based setting preferred.
• Hands-on experience with personal care, behavioral support, skill development, or other direct support services.
• Familiarity with developmental disabilities, autism, person-centered practices, and behavior support strategies is highly desirable.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn electronic documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead creative group activities.
• Teach and reinforce life skills that build confidence and promote independence and choice-making.
• Support community outings and volunteer activities.
• Provide motivation, encouragement, and positive reinforcement to help persons served reach their long-term goals.
• Provide personal care, including restroom, hygiene, eating, and mobility support.
• Provide behavioral support and use trained de-escalation techniques.
• Support individuals with verbal and nonverbal communication needs.
• Follow individualized support and behavior plans.
• Drive company vehicles for outings and community activities.
• Complete electronic documentation related to goals, progress, and daily activities.
• Prepare, clean, and reset program areas throughout the day.
• Work closely with your team in a busy and active environment.
• Collaborate with supervisors, families, and team members to ensure person-centered support.

Skills

Direct Support

I/DD experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Driver's license

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Documentation systems

Job description

Virtual Hiring Event - Experienced Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) / Caregivers

• Part-time

• Santa Rosa Day Program | Phone Interviews Oct 8th & Oct 15th |$23.50/hour | Monday-Friday Schedule

• Dungarvin is hosting a Virtual Hiring Event for experienced Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) interested in joining our Santa Rosa Day Program.

• **If you have experience supporting adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities and are looking for a consistent weekday schedule where you can make a real impact, we want to talk to you.**

• Phone Interviews: Thursday, October 8th and Thursday, October 15th
  Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | 32.5 hours per week | benefits eligible
  Pay: $23.50/hour
  Location: Santa Rosa, CA

• How the Virtual Hiring Event Works:

  • Apply for the position and complete the short online assessment sent to your email. Once both are complete, our Talent Acquisition team will review your information.
  • Qualified candidates will receive a link to schedule a 15-20 minute phone interview on October 8 or October 15.

• What We Offer:

  • Hourly Rate: $23.50/hour
  • Full Range Scale:$23.50 - $26.20 per hour.The starting rate for this position is fixed at $23.50 per hour.Pay increases occur over time and are tied to tenure/length of employment with Dungarvin.
  • Consistent Schedule - no evenings or weekends
  • Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for eligible employees
  • Life Insurancefor eligible employees
  • 401(k)plan with employer matchfor eligible employees
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) for eligible employees
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Growth and development opportunities
  • PAID training and orientation

• Why This Role is Different:

  Our Santa Rosa Day Program is an active group environment where DSPs spend their day teaching, mentoring, engaging, and supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

• What You'll Actually Do:

  • Lead creative group activities
  • Teach and reinforce life skills that build confidence and promote independence and choice-making
  • Support community outings and volunteer activities
  • Provide motivation, encouragement, and positive reinforcement to help persons served reach their long-term goals
  • Provide personal care, including restroom, hygiene, eating, and mobility support
  • Provide behavioral support and use trained de-escalation techniques
  • Support individuals with verbal and nonverbal communication needs
  • Follow individualized support and behavior plans
  • Drive company vehicles for outings and community activities
  • Complete electronic documentation related to goals, progress, and daily activities
  • Prepare, clean, and reset program areas throughout the day
  • Work closely with your team in a busy and active environment
  • Collaborate with supervisors, families, and team members to ensure person-centered support

• To be considered for this position, you must have:

  • At least 6 months of experience supporting adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
  • Experience in an adult day program, group home, behavioral program, or community-based setting preferred
  • Hands-on experience with personal care, behavioral support, skill development, or other direct support services
  • Familiarity with developmental disabilities, autism, person-centered practices, and behavior support strategies is highly desirable
  • Basic computer skills and ability to learn electronic documentation systems
  • Strong reading, writing, and communication skills
  • Adaptable, proactive, patient, and engaged
  • Compassionate, dependable, and motivated
  • Teamwork and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and active work environment
  • Ability to lift and transfer up to 50 lbs.
  • Must be 18years or older
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Valid driver's license and ability to drive a company van

• Relevant experience may include work as aDirect Support Professional, Behavior Technician, RBT, Residential Counselor, Community Support Worker, Job Coach, Respite Provider, or another direct-support role working with adults with I/DD.

• We believe in supporting not only those we serve but also each other, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment for all. Dungarvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status per federal and/or state law.

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