Direct Support Professional I/II, Day Services
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| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$18.5 - $19.5 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Santa Maria, California |
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Job Description
Job Description
Direct Support Professional, Day Services
Job Type: Full-Time
Immediate Supervisor: Program Director - Day Services
Supervision Exercised: None
SUMMARYAs a Direct Support Professional, under the supervision of the Program Director of Day Services, you’ll help adults with developmental disabilities promote their independence in social and employment settings.
✨ ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS ✨- On-the-job Training: Assist program participants in both group and individual settings.
- Personal Care Support: Aid with personal care tasks, including toileting, changing, and hygiene.
- Accurate Record Keeping: Maintain current and detailed records such as daily participant documentation.
- Community Engagement: Foster positive relationships with participants, vendors, community members, and agency staff.
- Public Transportation Training: Assist participants with using public transport and community integration.
- Goal Monitoring: Help participants track and achieve their goals.
- Promote Independence: Organize social and vocational groups that support independent living.
- Compliance: Follow Momentum Inc.'s policies, CARF accreditation standards, and all relevant regulations.
- Flexibility: Be available to work at different Momentum WORK, Inc. locations as needed.
- Transporting Participants: Be able to transport participants unless waived by the Executive Director.
- Other Duties: Additional tasks as needed.
- Ability to stand, sit, and walk for long periods.
- Ability to go up and down stairs and push or pull wheelchairs.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with proper body mechanics.
- Full awareness of environmental stimuli.
- Crisis Management and Safety training included.
- ADA accommodations available.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 1+ years of experience working with persons with developmental and/or other disabilities preferred.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and interruptions.
- Compassion and patience for individuals with intellectual, emotional, or physical limitations.
- Availability during disasters as per disaster plan.
- Valid CPR/First Aid Certification (Training provided).
- Travel Stipend
- Cell Phone Stipend
- Paid Time Off
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Friends & Family Referral Bonus
- Direct Deposit
- Anniversary Bonus
- On-the-job Training Provided
- Up to $750 Sign-On Bonus
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