What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional - Avenue Home position at Omelagah, Inc?
Would you like to make a difference in the life of an adult with a developmental disability?
We are looking for people with Empathy, Integrity and Problem-Solving Skills to be Direct Support Professionals (DSPs).
DSPs provide direct support services to individuals with developmental disabilities in an in-home setting or licensed residential home.
Support is provided in a manner that ensures quality, health and safety and the successful achievement of service objectives and personal goals.
Duties may include:
- Provide quality direct care support to adults with developmental disabilities.
- Provide behavioral support to individuals with complex care needs.
- Provide support during community-based activities: outings/field trips, medical appointments, and shopping
- Assist with activities of daily living skills including meal preparation, hygiene and assist with medication administration
- Provide guidance on a range of developmental goals from community participation, household budgeting, exercise, nutrition, and supporting vocational responsibilities.
Shifts available:
- NOC Shift
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must be minimum of 18 years of age
- Covid vaccinated
- Experience working in developmental services field preferred
- Valid driver’s license in good standing
- Access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance
- Successful clearance of background checks
- A reliable, responsible attitude
- A compassionate approach and a commitment to quality in everything you do
Why Join Our Team?
- Full-Time, Part-Time, and As Needed schedules available
- Full compensation/benefits package for employees working 30 hours/week
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off, holiday pay, annual bonus plan
- Rewarding mission focused work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers
- Enjoy job security and career development and advancement opportunities
Omelagah, Inc. is a family-owned disability services company, dedicated to providing high quality support services for adults with developmental disabilities in Northern California. We support individuals with complex service needs (e.g., forensic, mental health, and behavioral), succeed in their home communities instead of institutional settings. We are best known for successfully supporting individuals with developmental disabilities with a history of forensic involvement. We strive to improve the lives of the people we support, through the implementation of person-centered practices in community-based programs.
For more information, please visit us at www.omelagah.com
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.00 - $21.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $22