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Direct Support Professional

2 months ago


Los Angeles, United States PEOPLE CREATING SUCCESS Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

People Creating Success is currently hiring direct support professionals in the San Fernando Valley area, to provide support to adults with developmental disabilities in the 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.

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 began with Supported Living Services, guided by the mission to help individuals with disabilities move from restrictive living environments into more inclusive living arrangements. Led by the principles of “The PCS Way” for the development of ethics, leadership, and personal growth, PCS grew quickly, broadening both its geographic area and its scope of services. Today, PCS operates in six California regions where it helps to promote independence, support personal growth, and improve the quality of life for over 200 individuals.

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 individual.

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

  • Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings.

  • 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 individual make healthy food choices and stick to a budget

    • Providing support with hobbies, studies, and social activities

    • Hygiene and bathing help if applicable for Individual

    • Lifting and transferring if applicable for Individual

    • Assist with medication dispersal if applicable for Individual

    • 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 Drivers License and clean driving record with proof of insurance if applicable

Benefits:

  • Vacation (Full Time)

  • Sick leave.

  • Gas mileage reimbursement for certain work related travel is also included.

  • Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life insurance (Full Time)

  • CALSavers Retirement Plan

  • Compensation $17/hr

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time

Morning and Evening shifts

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