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Hours Part-time, Full-time
Location Rosamond, CA
Rosamond, California

About this job

Are you motivated to inspire and provide assistance to adults who have developmental disabilities?

Our Direct Care Professionals (DSPs) assist adults with developmental disabilities at licensed adult residential facilities in Rosamond, California. Staff members also ensure the provision of resident care and supervision at all times, and assist in the maintenance of a clean and safe facility.

Requirements:

  • shall be at least 18 years of age
  • be a high school graduate or equivalent
  • have references and demonstrate past experience in caring for people with disabilities
  • participate in all scheduled training
  • demonstrate the ability to apply basic knowledge of rules and regulations
  • ability to communicate in English with emergency personnel
  • ability to assist residents with prescribed and physician approved over-the-counter medications that are self administered
  • perform housekeeping duties and assist with the maintenance of building and grounds
  • demonstrate the knowledge to recognize the early symptoms of illness and the need for medical assistance
  • able to document changes in resident conditions and notify the proper personnel/authority
  • assist with the laundry
  • provide transportation for community activities/appointments using facility vehicles
  • assist in the provision of resident safety including implementation of the procedures of the mass Disaster and Casualty plan
  • assist resident with toileting, incontinent care, bathing, grooming, dressing, and eating
  • assist in implementing resident service/IPP plans
  • demonstrate the ability to maintain resident records
  • Interact with the residents, staff, visitors, and visiting agencies in a professional, courteous and respectful manner

The following are conditions of employment:

  • submitting to live scan fingerprints of the Department of Justice and FBI prior to presence in the facilities
  • sign a statement disclosing any prior criminal convictions
  • complete a physical exam with a tuberculosis clearance and health questionnaire
  • complete a personnel record which addresses name, Social Security number, references, educational background, and past experiences
  • complete First Aid and CPR training prior to employment and participate in all scheduled training
  • driver's license is required