Direct Support Professional
$49,920 - $52,000/Yr
Liberty Healthcare Corporation - Ramona, CA
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Ramona, CA
Ambulatory Health Care Services
About the position
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) role at Liberty Healthcare involves providing essential support to individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential home or day treatment program. The position focuses on assisting residents with daily living activities, facilitating engaging activities, ensuring a safe and clean environment, and implementing behavior plans. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and certification training, making it ideal for those passionate about helping others live fulfilling lives.
Responsibilities
- Assist individuals with activities of daily living.
- Facilitate fun and engaging activities in the home.
- Ensure the home environment is clean and safe.
- Escort residents on community outings.
- Implement and monitor behavior plans.
- Note changes in residents' physical and behavioral health.
Requirements
- Experience working in a residential home or day treatment program for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Direct Support Professional (DSP) 1 or DSP 2 certification, or willingness to obtain certification through on-the-job training.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- 240 hours of paid time off annually
- Tuition reduction scholarship with National University
- Ongoing opportunities for professional advancement
