Direct Support Professional/ Caregiver

Job Title : Direct Support Professional Hourly Rate : $15.00 to $16.00 Shifts Needed : AM/PM/ NOC Job Status : Full Time Work Location: Santa Maria, CA ***DURING THIS UNPRECEDENTED TIME (COVID19), PEOPLE’S CARE IS DEDICATED TO PROVIDING SAFE CARE FOR OUR CONSUMERS BY FOLLOWING THE RECOMMENDED CDC GUIDELINES*** COME JOIN OUR TEAM! Do you have a passion for providing quality support to individuals with special needs? Do you thrive on helping others build/reach their goals in a positive, life-enriching environment? Then we'd love for you to apply! Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance offered 401(K) Paid Time Off People's Care is hiring compassionate amazing providers to support and care for adolescents and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here's What You'll Do: The Direct Support Professionals supports individuals with developmental disabilities to have quality of life. The Direct Support Professionals promotes the health, safety and well-being of residents. A Direct Support Professionals serves as an advocate for our clients. Essential Functions Outline and prepare daily routine(s) for clients' (visual and active) as written in Individual Program Plan. Assist clients with bathroom needs. Change clients' undergarments and/or clothing if needed. Prepare daily meals and assist with clean-up. Pick-up/drop-off clients in company vans from/to their home/facility (if necessary). Education and Experience: Direct Support Professional Certificate Year 1 & Year 2 (Preferred or willing to obtain within the first 6 months of hire) Must have First Aid / CPR and CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) Must be at least 21 years of age Must have a California Driver’s License Candidate must successfully pass all pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift 50lbs. Able to work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.