Direct Support Professional - Adult Day Program

About the position

GET YOUR CAREER STARTED! Do you want to make a positive impact in the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental needs? Are you looking to return home at the end of the day feeling fulfilled and accomplished? If you answered YES, then consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Team! Being a Direct Support Professional has its advantages! As a Direct Support Professional at Devereux, you'll work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need. Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is one of the largest and most advanced behavioral healthcare organizations in the country. Nestled near the beaches between the Pacific Coast and Santa Ynez mountains, Devereux California is a therapeutic behavioral health treatment facility offering residential services, community living, day programs, and clinical services for adults with multiple diagnoses, including autistic spectrum disorders, emotional and/or behavioral differences, intellectual and developmental disabilities, dementia and other cognitive disorders. Our beautiful Goleta campus overlooks the Pacific Ocean, and has been treating adults with co-occurring diagnoses in California since 1945. This position is responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of recreational, social and instructional programs for individuals served in assigned residential or day program.

Responsibilities

• Providing services to persons with mild to moderate developmental diagnosis.
• Assisting, instructing, and supporting individuals in the Adult Day Program with various ADP activities.
• Ensure participants are active, engaged, and productive.
• Actively supervise, coach, and mentor participants.
• Must be willing to work with individuals who may exhibit challenging and/or aggressive behaviors.
• Must be comfortable working in an environment with individuals needing assistance with hygiene care.
• Administer medications as necessary.
• Use company vehicle to transport individuals to activities in the community.
• Accompanying our individuals on community outings, medical appointments, and other activities, as directed.
• Assisting with meals.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One (1) year of human service experience working with children, adolescents, and adults preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Must be able to pass thorough background checks & Livescan.
• Must be able to complete two weeks of paid, job training classes.

Nice-to-haves

• Empathetic and a team player.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Energetic and creative.
• Understanding of the theories of behavior management and positive reinforcement.
• Ability to represent yourself as a positive role model.
• Strong passion for working with and helping children and adolescents with special needs.

Benefits

• Opportunities to learn and develop professionally in the behavioral health field.
• A fun, fast-paced and supportive environment.
• Quality Low-Cost Benefits upon first 30 days of hire, including medical and dental.
• Tuition Assistance up to $25k and Student Loan assistance up to 5k a year through our new Program ASCEND.