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Direct Support ProfessionalElwyn • Graton, CA, US
Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional

Elwyn • Graton, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Pay Rate : $27-29 / hour

Join a Team That Changes Lives

For more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change – helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.

Now, we’re looking for passionate team members to join us. Here, your work will change lives – including your own. You’ll make an impact every day, find purpose in what you do, and grow in a career that truly matters.

At Elwyn, we take care of you while you care for others. We offer :

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision Benefit Packages
  • Earned Wage Access / On-Demand Pay
  • Paid On-the-Job Training
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Retirement Savings Plan

Join us and be a part of something bigger. Apply today.

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY : Direct Support Professional for enhanced behavioral residential group homes (EBSH) staff provides assistance and supervises residents in activities of daily living and implements Behavior Support and Health Care Plans. They are responsible for adhering to and documenting a resident’s program as directed by the Program Administrator, RN House Manager, or licensed staff in charge. They are responsible for providing active programming at all times.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Assists and teaches residents self-care, self-administration of medications, and independent living skills, including but not limited to bathing, dressing, feeding, and nail care. Assists and trains residents in activities of daily living, personal hygiene, and household activities, including but not limited to grocery shopping, food preparation, serving and clean-up.
  • Maintains safety and supervision of the residents at all times.
  • Implements Behavior Plans and Health Care Plans.
  • Member of the Interdisciplinary Team in designated aspects of the development and implementation of the Individual Service Plan (ISP) and IPP outcomes, and overall programming for residents.
  • Assists residents in occupational, recreational, vocational, and therapeutic programs.
  • Maintains a safe, sanitary, and therapeutic environment which promotes respect and dignity for residents and protects the privacy, rights, confidentiality, and physical / emotional well-being of residents.
  • Engages residents in activities that provide opportunities for learning and practice of skills tailored to the specific needs of the resident.
  • Assists and teaches residents in the constructive use of leisure time. Encourages residents to participate in planned recreational activities.
  • Actively supervises during dining, recreational activities, medical and other appointments. Knows and reports the whereabouts of the assigned residents at all times.
  • Transports residents in the company vehicle to medical, recreational and / or other appointments.
  • Attends staff meetings; including but not limited to in-services and training sessions.
  • Maintains all required trainings and certifications as required by regulations and Elwyn California.
  • Reports and documents behavior / medical concerns and other special incidents to proper supervisory personnel.
  • Remains on duty until relieved by incoming staff.
  • Consistently demonstrates the ability to maintain quality assurance standards and promote Elwyn California goals and objectives in accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures.
  • Continually works with staff members in creating a professional and amiable atmosphere; encourages and supports co-workers to work as a team.
  • Demonstrates the ability to adapt to changes in workload.
  • Assists with health care and / or behavioral needs and documents appropriately.
  • Completes assigned work in a timely manner and strives to make good use of time.
  • Gives feedback to Program Administrator and / or shift lead regarding any issues affecting home operations and resident care; including immediate notification of any changes in care needs.
  • Seeks help and / or guidance from co-workers and / or shift lead as appropriate.
  • Responds to emergencies appropriately as directed by all health / behavior plans, regulations, and / or policies and procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / SKILLS REQUIREMENTS :

  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Valid RBT certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire or be either a Licensed Psychiatric Technician or a Qualified Behavior Modification Professional.
  • Minimum 1 year prior experience providing direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities with a focus on behavioral services preferred.
  • Successful completion of all trainings as required by applicable regulations.
  • Must possess a current, valid driver's license in state of residence, have a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience within the United States, and have an acceptable driving record.
  • Company Description

    For more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change – helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.

    Now, we’re looking for passionate team members to join us. Here, your work will change lives – including your own. You’ll make an impact every day, find purpose in what you do, and grow in a career that truly matters.

    At Elwyn, we take care of you while you care for others.

    Company Description

    For more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change – helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nNow, we’re looking for passionate team members to join us. Here, your work will change lives – including your own. You’ll make an impact every day, find purpose in what you do, and grow in a career that truly matters.\r\n\r\nAt Elwyn, we take care of you while you care for others.

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