Direct Support Services Specialist

3 days ago


San Fernando Valley, United States Fit For Life Full time
Job Description

As a Direct Support Services Specialist at Fit for Life 1, you will play a critical role in helping us achieve our mission to provide compassionate and empowering service programs for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

You will provide direct care services to program participants, including encouragement and support in their pursuit of fitness and wellness goals.

Our ideal candidate will have a strong background in working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a passion for helping others achieve their full potential.

We offer a competitive salary of $45,000 - $60,000 per year, depending on experience, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide direct care services to program participants
  • Encourage individual's participation in community workout activities
  • Implement goals and objectives as recommended by medical consultants and trainers
  • Interact with individual's family members, Regional Center, and other involved parties
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you must have at least one year of experience providing direct care services to the developmentally disabled population, a basic understanding of physical fitness techniques, proper nutrition, and the safe use of exercise equipment.

You must also have a valid California driver's license, meet driver policy requirements, proof of insurance, proof of right to work in the U.S., First Aid certification, and CPR, and undergo our Background screening procedures (fingerprints DOJ/FBI).



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