Residential Caregiver - Special Needs

Are you looking to make a difference in the life of an individual living with autism?

Pacific Autism Center for Education (PACE) is currently seeking enthusiastic residential caregivers to assist in one of our 5 residential group homes where we provide 24/7 caregiver in-home support for autistic individuals.

Shifts needed are Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday 2pm - 10pm.

• As a professional caregiver, your goal is to bring your passion and love for working with residents with special needs to work every day. Teaching the residents functional daily living skills, helping them during community outings, assisting meal preparation and planning activities are just some of the opportunities in residential care! As caregivers, your goal is to provide these special individuals the best possible opportunity for a bright and successful future! Both Full Time or Part Time positions are available.

At the end of each day you’ll go home knowing “today you made a difference”! Come be a part of our terrific team!

Job Summary

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for providing direct quality care to the consumers of the facility. The primary focus of the DSP is to ensure the safety and highest quality of life for the consumers while strictly adhering to the behavior plans, program schedules and other procedural guidelines required.

Essential Functions

The essential functions and duties of the Direct Support Professional are as follows:

• DSP will perform the following duties:
• Supervision, protection, and care of the children / adults individually and in groups at all times.
• Assistance - Provide appropriate levels of assistance to each child / adult in an individual or group setting as needed to address functional health, developmental, social and behavioral goals. Assistance may include grooming, toileting, etc.
• Administration of positive reinforcement and setting of limits for behaviors based on individual client behavior plans.
• Notation of the client’s progress; identification of the possible need for professional services; and communication of such findings to supervisor.
• While on shift, DSP may perform duties such as: office work, cooking, housecleaning, laundering.
• Teamwork – Positively collaborate with other staff members in working effectively as a team in supporting the needs of the clients and the program.
• Accountability – Ensure that all the procedures and protocols set forth by the Administrator are adhered to at the facility.
• Consumer Services – Responsible in understanding and maintaining the immediate needs andsupports of all consumers served.
• Health & Safety – Maintain a clean & safe environment. Monitor the health and safety of all consumers. Report any suspected consumer abuse. Handle all emergencies and immediately notify the appropriate individuals (i.e., 911 or Facility Manager).
• Skill Training – Provide supervision of consumers based on the implementation of his/her IPP/ISP/Behavioral goals/objectives.
• Social Normalization – Ensure consumer normalization through group outings, as well as individual needs within the community and family respite.

Knowledge, Skill and Experience

The DSP must possess the following minimum requirements for consideration as a DSP.

• Age – 18 years of age or older.
• Education – High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent preferred. Competency in English writing and communication (i.e., clear verbal & written communications with in-house and outside vendors).
• First Aid – Possess a valid first aid certificate from California and maintain this certificate in good standing.
• Medical – Must have a clear physical health and TB test prior to employment and routinely during employment as required.
• Clearance – Must possess and maintain a clear DOJ, FBI and/or CAI (Child) clearance prior to and during employment.

Physical Requirements

The DSP must be able to physically support each other with consumer behavioral issues/care, as well as the ability to respond to emergency situations appropriately.

1. Must be able to lift and or push at least 40 lbs. with assistance
2. The ability to physically support the resident as needed during behavioral issues (redirecting or using approved techniques).
3. Must be able to physically bend, squat, reach over shoulders, reach overhead, reach outward, kneel, sit, walk on normal, slippery, or uneven surfaces and stand.