Direct Support Professional / Direct Care Staff

Job Description

Seeking motivated individuals who desire to work in a home environment assisting adults with disabilities. We are currently hiring for the following shifts:

Saturday and Sunday 2 PM to 10 PM and fill in as needed.

Direct Care Staff / DSP 1 / DSP 2

Day shift only, we will train.

OVERVIEW

Regional Adult Residential Inc., Mesa Pointe Home is an Adult Residential Facility (ARF) licensed with the State of California Department of Social Services. We offer our residents a warm, cozy home like environment for 4 adults ages 50 - 63 with developmental disabilities who have mental health care needs and require or prefer assistance with care and supervision (Level 3). Our guiding principle is to recognize that the physical, social, emotional, spiritual, and vocational wellness of our residents will help them fulfill their potential to lead positive, productive, and rewarding lives. If the idea of working in this environment interests you, please apply to join our team of professionals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Direct Care Staff / Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides support to adults with developmental disabilities in activities of daily living. DSP staff are encouraged to engage Mesa Pointe Home residents on a daily basis with appropriate activities that are scheduled on the activities calendar.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Prepare and serve meals.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and record keeping of each residents Individual Program Plan.
• Work with the Administrator and residents in the planning and facilitating of activities.
• House cleaning.
• Assist residents with medication as directed by the Administrator.
• Conduct weekly inventory of food and supplies.
• Document incidents that occur and maintain current progress notes and data frequency counts for the residents.
• Attend in-home staff meetings and in-service training. Be prepared to complete mandatory State training and testing.
• Assist residents in all areas of grooming and personal hygiene skills.
• Participate in recreational activities in a variety of settings.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 18 years of age.
• Have a valid California driver's license and good driving record.
• Basic qualifications of first aid and CPR.
• TB clearance within the past 12 months before employment or within 7 days after employment.
• Complete background check, drug screening, and physical.
• Complete pre-employment requirements including in-house training and orientation.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Past DSP experience (personal or professional). DSP 1 required, DSP 2 preferred.
• Current resume.

CAREER PATH

Mesa Pointe Home continuously invests in the training and certification of our employees. We recognize that Direct Support Professionals are the backbone for the success of Mesa Pointe Home and are vital in our mission to serve our residents. Mesa pointe Home strives to create the environment and provide the tools for the advancement of each employee's professional career.

Mesa Pointe Home is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Types: Part Time

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 per week

Benefits:

• Paid orientation
• Paid training

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Overtime
• Weekends only

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Direct Support Professional: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18