Direct Support Professional

Company: Sevita
Location: San Mateo
Posted on: January 20, 2023

Job Description:

California MENTOR, a member of the Sevita family, provides services for adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities and other complex challenges, including autism spectrum disorders. Direct Support Professional/Caregiver Would you like to make a difference in every day in someone's life? Based in community settings, and working closely with our clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans, DSPs provide assistance and strategies to the individuals we serve to live as independently as possible.

• Transportation and support out in the community: outings/field trips, medical appointments, and shopping
• Assist with daily living skills including meal preparation and assist with medication administration
• Provide guidance on a range of developmental goals from community participation, household budgeting, exercise, nutrition, and supporting vocational responsibilities
• Support persons served with living skills such as personal hygiene, grooming, and/or bathing and toileting
• Assist individuals we serve to redirect agitated or aggressive behaviors Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 18 years of age and High School Diploma or GED
  • Six months of experience in human services preferred
  • Covid-19 Full Vaccination Required
  • Valid driver's license in good standing and access to registered vehicle with proof of insurance
  • Successful clearance of background checks Why Join Us?
    • Full and Part Time
    • Paid time off, holiday pay and yearly increases
    • Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers.
    • Career development and advancement opportunities. We have meaningful, energizing, and rewarding work for you - come join our team - Apply Today! Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We've made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve.Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

Keywords: Sevita, San Mateo , Direct Support Professional, Other , San Mateo, California