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Caregiver / Direct Support Professional / Orange County, CA
Caregiver for Outings and Activities in the Community
LOOKING FOR CAREGIVERS TO WORK IN THESE AREAS :
- Orange County
- Garden Grove
- Anaheim
- Santa Ana / Costa Mesa
- Laguna Hills / San Clemente
PLEASE NOTE : Position requires Valid CA driver’s license in good standing and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance
THRIVE AS A CAREGIVER AT SEVITA. EACH DAY, YOU'LL :
- Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, live well.
- Develop real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve.
- Experience ownership and trust from your leaders to do what's right for participants.
- Take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities.
- Support participants with developmental goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition.
FHA Outings and Activity DSP :
Provide support and companionship one-on-one with an adult with intellectual or developmental disabilities out in the community doing activities like : outings / field trips, activities and events, shopping and eating out, developmental goal-based activities.
Individuals in this program are high-functioning and typically do not need hands-on support with personal hygiene.
- Schedule : Part-time and full-time available; Schedule is very flexible - Shifts are in the late afternoon / evenings on weekdays and during the day on weekends - weekend availability is required for this position since this is when most of the outings are scheduled.
- Pay Rate : $16.40 / hour plus mileage reimbursement for using your vehicle for outings (you will get more mileage reimbursement with this program).
Caregiver for Adult Day Program :
Community-Based program : this program serves adults with developmental disabilities (such as Autism or Down's Syndrome, etc.
Caregivers take a small group of 2-3 individuals out into the community to do a variety of activities and outings. Some individuals served may need assistance with personal hygiene or mobility.
- Schedule : Mon-Fri daytime hours (such as 8a-2p); positions are all full-time.
- Pay rate : $16.40-$18.10 / hour plus mileage reimbursement for using your vehicle for outings.
- Alternate pay rate : $19.10 per hour working with highly behavioral individuals - to qualify for this rate must have verifiable experience working directly with challenging behaviors (ABA experience or knowledge preferred).
EVERY PERSON DESERVES A FULFILLING CAREER :
Competitive Pay : Hourly rate of $16.40 to $19.10 (depending on type of program) and full benefits package for employees working 30 hours / week;
mileage reimbursement at $0.655 per mile.
- Time off : Paid time off plus holiday pay to recharge so you can be your best at work.
- Network of Support : Supervisors who care deeply about the participants and your wellbeing.
- Job Security : A stable job at an established, growing company.
- Learning & Development : We invest in your development and provide the tools and training you need to have a fulfilling career.
- Dayforce Wallet - get paid for the days you work without waiting for payday! All employees have the option to access their pay as soon as they earn it through our employee app - no fees and super easy.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO SEVITA :
- Valid CA driver's license (and driving experience with the license at least one year beyond driving’s permit).
- Proof of education i.e. High School diploma or GED.
- Vehicle with registration / insurance in your name.
Apply today and explore careers, well lived at Sevita.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / vets.
Last updated : 2024-11-17
Salary : $16 - $18