What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Developmental Services Continuum, INC.?
We are seeking caring and reliable Direct Support Professionals to join our team. No experience necessary, we provide paid training.
Basic Employment Qualifications:
- Be 18 years or older to apply.
- Able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
- Pass a pre-employment physical examination, drug screen and TB test.
- Clear the Department of Justice and FBI background check (background check information; https://cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care/caregiver-background-check/background-check) prior to being hired. Approved CDSS Exemption accepted.
- Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate with clients in English.
- Ability to handle physical aspects of the job, including but not limited to; walk, bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach, push, pull, and lift items weighing 50 pounds or less repeatedly during a shift.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- “Direct care” of clients as needed, including personal hygiene, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, feeding, shopping, laundry, etc., allowing clients to do as much as possible for themselves in these areas.
- Prepare meals for clients with their participation whenever possible.
- Keep the home in good condition, including cleanliness, encouraging client participation whenever possible.
- Complete ongoing training as required, including but not limited to: DSP year-1, DSP year-2, client rights, medication management, Pro-Act, attend monthly in-service, etc.
- Job duties are not all-inclusive, other duties may be assigned as needed.
Available Shifts: Full time or part time, weekend availability required
- 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- 2:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Locations:
- San Diego 92119
- El Cajon 92021
- La Mesa 91942
- Lakeside 92040
- Lemon Grove 91945
Pay Range:
- $18.00 to $20.00 hourly
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Insurance Plans; Disability, Cancer, Accident, plus more
- Employee Discount Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Individual Retirement Account with State of CA
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Paid Orientation
- Paid Training
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Pay
- Holiday Pay
- Paycheck Advances
Interviews will be scheduled through email.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- What days of the week are you available to work?
- What shift do you prefer to work (listed on the ad)?
- Are you available to work at all locations listed on the ad?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20