What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Service Professional (DSP) position at Independent Options, Inc.?
Job description:
This position is perfect for someone who is passionate about promoting growth and a meaningful life for individuals with developmental disabilities. This is an on-site position in a residential home that houses up to 6 individuals. The goal of the Direct Care Staff is to support and assist the clients with personal care and activities of daily living in a manner that empowers, maximizes personal growth, and independence.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:
- Assist clients with daily living skills, such as grooming, bathing, dressing, etc.
- Perform light household responsibilities, such as cooking and cleaning.
- Drive client’s to and from doctor’s appointments, scheduled community outings, and other locations using the company van.
- Chart on client progress on goals, health, and daily activity.
- Perform health-care related tasks including but not limited to taking client vitals and passing medication.
SKILLS YOU NEED TO BE CONSIDERED:
- Ability to communicate efficiently with staff and consumers
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Basic computer skills
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT IF SELECTED:
- The Administrator of the facility will reach out to set up an in-person interview.
- You will be asked to fill out Independent Option’s employment application.
WHAT TO EXPECT IF YOU ARE HIRED:
- Participate in a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and receive tuberculosis (TB) clearance
- Participate in a criminal history background check through the Department of Justice and receive clearance
- Attend a paid, three-day New Hire Orientation training at our corporate office located in Corona
- Become certified in: CPR, AED, and First Aid | Medication Administration | CPI’s Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training*
*These trainings are paid for and provided throughout employment.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance*
- Life Insurance*
- 401(K)*
- Vacation Pay*
- Birthday Pay
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Training
- Double time pay for DCS working on IO’s observed holidays
*Eligible for full-time employees only.
EMPLOYMENT AND SHIFTS OFFERED
- Part-Time (Less than 30 hrs.) and Full-Time (30 hours) Available
- Shifts available 7 days a week (Monday-Sunday)
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
Please contact rfierro@independentoptions.org.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.50 - $21.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $21