Direct Support Professional
21 days ago
Sacramento
Job DescriptionBenefits: Position Description: Support Intellectual/Developmentally disabled adults to achieve daily goals that enrich daily living. Specific Responsibilities of the Job: • Meet the ongoing care and instructional needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities and mental health needs., • Minimize risks of endangerment to the health, safety, and well-being of the individual participant, • Establish and maintain a constructive and professional relationship with the individual and their circle of support, • Communicate daily with the direct supervisor regarding any changes or issues related to the individual participantPreferred Qualifications:, • Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with 1-2 years of experience working in crisis intervention or behavioral support settings, • Wednesday: 3:00pm - 11:00pm, • Saturday: 3:00pm - 11:00pm, • Sunday: 3:00pm - 11:00pmEmployees who demonstrate reliability and commitment to the schedule may be offered up to 32 hours per week. Major Areas of Responsibility: • Transport individuals to medical, dental, social activities, and other appointments., • Assist individuals as needed, with all personal grooming such as bathing, toileting, dressing, medical, and dental needs., • Assist with coordination of individuals healthcare., • Provide supervision and training during community and recreational outings., • Monitor physical and emotional wellness of individuals and immediately report changes in status., • Prepare meals and store food as needed, in compliance with all regulations and the program policy., • Follow response procedures for all emergencies (medical, natural disaster, fire and behavioral incidents),, • Assist with maintenance and sanitation of home and surroundings., • Record data and maintain files regarding individuals health, progress, and special incidents as outlined in Title 17, and the Hands United program., • Assist in maintenance of administrative records, individual files, inventories and weekly schedules as needed., • Advocate on behalf of the individual; uphold respectful and efficient communication with participant and all relevant parties. Understand organization and support systems relating to the individuals life., • Must attend all required trainings and staff meetings., • Must be able to work at diverse and unpredictable job sites for prolonged periods of time without assistance or direct supervisionRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:, • Prior experience providing direct care and supervision to persons with intellectual disabilities is preferred., • Excellent communication skills; respectful and positive attitude toward individuals, coworkers, contractors and home visitors., • Ability to complete training of nonphysical methods of crisis intervention within the first 45 days of employment., • Ability to complete required staff training at a minimum of 4 hours each month., • Ability to complete orientation and on the job training within the first two weeks of employment., • Ability to meet Title 17 requirements including, but not limited to:, • Minimum age of 18, • High school diploma or GED certificate, • Health screen and TB clearance, • Live scan fingerprint and a clear criminal record, • CPR and first aid training and administration, • Valid and current California drivers license, • Clear driving record, • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, • Some weekend, evening and overnight shifts are required, • Maintain current and valid licenses, certificates, or registrations that may be legally required to provide the service, • Completion of annual training as required by Title 17, 58652