Direct Support Professional Children and Adult Group Homes
Direct Support Professional Children and Adult Group Homes
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Job Description
During these unprecedented times the most vulnerable need Wayfinder more than ever. We are here to stay and we will never give up on those who need us most.
Our vital programs continue to operate and we remain as committed as ever to the children youth and families we serve. Those with nowhere else to turn. If you are someone who never gives up join us. Become a Wayfinder. The world needs usnow more than ever. We are seeking an Direct Support Professional for our five 5 Children & Adult Homes. In a warm loving group home setting 6 residents per home) DSPs provide 24/7 professional care to blind/visually impaired emotionally disturbed and/or multidisabled children and adults ages 555.
As a DSP you will be responsible for providing compassionate care and assistance making a positive difference in the daily life of our residents.
This is a nonexempt position that reports directly to the Group Home Administrator.
Job Duties include:
Providing direct care to residents to increase daily living skills cognitive development socialization and behavior management
Provide supervision and support for our clients in meeting their goals as per each individual program
Assist clients with daily living needs and socializations skills such as: meals preparation hygiene groom dress exercise and communication
Assist clients with prescribed medications
Develop a rapport with residents while building a caring and supportive relationship
Qualifications and Skills
High School Diploma required
A minimum six months experience working with special needs medically fragile and/or developmentally disabled population preferably in a residential settings
DSP 1 & DSP 2 certification preferred
Prior experience and compliance with Title 17 & Title 22 preferred
CPI or ProAct certification preferred
Valid CA Driver License with a minimum of three 3 years good driving history to be approved by the agencys insurance carrier to drive agency vehicles
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
