Direct Support Professional

2 weeks ago


Santa Barbara, United States PEOPLE CREATING SUCCESS Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

People Creating Success is currently hiring direct support staff in the Santa Barbara/Goleta areas to provide support to adults with developmental disabilities in their activities of daily living. We are in search of compassionate, patient, and caring individuals who want to make a real difference in the lives of the individuals we serve.

If you are selected for this position, you will receive a $500 sign-on bonus

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Are you an energetic, fun, open-minded, and creative person? Are you tired of being cooped up in an office all day? You might be the perfect fit for our team

We are hiring for multiple shifts with different individuals. Weekend availability is a plus

People Creating Success focuses on Person-Centered Thinking and inclusion,

This position is excellent for individuals with experience in caregiving, participants in the Personal Care Attendant or Nursing programs, students with an interest in social work or psychology, and retirees looking for companionship and meaningful work

About us:

Caring People Providing Individual Support for Independent Lives by Promoting: Growth * Choice * Integrity * Honesty * Optimism * Respect

People Creating Success is a leading provider of Supported Living Services, Independent Living Services, and Day Services for adults with developmental disabilities. Headquartered in Ventura County, PCS serves individuals throughout the state of California and is one of the most established and well-respected providers in the industry.

PCS tailors a unique program for each individual so they receive the optimum benefit out of the hours of service. Independent Living Services (ILS) hours are designed to be utilized on a 1:1 basis and can be authorized for up to 20 hours per month per person. Additional hours may be approved by the Regional Center on an exception basis. Hours of support are usually utilized to provide assistance with money management, bill paying, medical appointments, community connections, social integration, and home maintenance. Individuals can start with ILS support or transition from SLS support to ILS support if/when their support needs to change and their independence grows.

This position is excellent for individuals with experience in caregiving, participants in the Personal Care Attendant or Nursing programs, students with an interest in social work or psychology, and retirees looking for companionship and meaningful work

Job Duties:

Vary per Person Served needs. Some duties might include but are not limited to:

  • Follow the Program Plan of individual including working towards individual goals.

  • Fill out all required documentation at the end of each shift.

  • Have the ability to perform duties depending on the level of care of the individual.

  • Will maintain current progress notes and date frequency count on each resident assigned to them.

  • Attend staff meetings and in-service training.

  • Assist with daily living activities depending on individuals' needs. These may include:

    • Cleaning, cooking, and light household duties

    • Participating in community events and activities

    • Helping individuals make healthy food choices and stick to a budget

    • Providing support with hobbies, studies, and social activities

    • Communicate with other staff and program managers about individual’s progress

  • Maintain ability to exercise mature judgment and relate to residents in a warm, caring, and non-expletive way

Requirements for Employment:

We provide comprehensive training in all aspects of the position, and there are opportunities for advancement including lead staff and management.

  • Successfully pass all pre-employment screening requirements, including

    • criminal background check,

    • drug screening

    • provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States

  • CPR/First Aid/AED certified a plus. We provide training if you are not certified

  • Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record with proof of insurance if applicable

Benefits:

Paid Time Off (Full Time)

Sick Leave

Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance (Full Time)

Life Insurance (Full Time)

Cal-Savers

Job Types:

Part Time

Morning, Evening

Shift availability varies depending on the need at the time of hiring, flexibility is a plus.

Compensation: $18.00



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