Direct Support Professional

ABOUT THIS POSITION

We are hiring a team of direct service providers to support a young woman with a developmental disability to reach her daily living and long-term goals. Our client lives in her own home in the community in the city of Santa Cruz. She requires ongoing support managing potential aggression and is staffed at a 2:1 client ratio with additional BCBA support.

Applicants should be compassionate and enthusiastic individuals who enjoy one on one work. Experience working with adults with disabilities is highly preferred. Experience as a Behavior Technician or RBT certification is excellent, though not required.

The client has a personal interest in art, and applicants with an artistic background are welcome. She is a swift and active walker, and applicants will need to be able to maintain a brisk pace in order to support her. Her home also contains 2 dogs, though staff are not responsible for their care.

This client currently receives services only during weekday hours, though her needs may expand in the future. Currently we are hiring caregivers only for Monday-Friday 9AM-3PM shifts. Both part-time and full-time job seekers are welcome to apply.

ABOUT US

Santa Cruz Supported Living provides in-home and community care to adults with developmental disabilities who are living in their own homes in the community. Our services focus on individual choice, empowerment, and self-advocacy. We believe in full community integration and offer support in whatever aspects of life our clients require. We encourage the growth of our staff and the people we serve in both their areas of strength and the areas in which they need the most support. Our staff provide compassionate and thoughtful support to individuals in their homes and in their communities.

QUALIFICATIONS

One year of experience working with clients with behavioral issues is preferred, however comprehensive training will be provided to ensure employees can effectively perform job duties.

Possess a CA driver's license, vehicle, and insurance to transport the supported individual within the community.

Possess a US work authorization and pass a Live Scan background check.

Santa Cruz Supported Living will conduct in house CPR/1st aid certification for applicants who are not already certified.

Though not a requirement of the position: Behavior technician/RBT experience is preferred.

SALARY

Non-exempt, hourly position. Position may be full or part time depending on applicant availability. Occasional overtime as needed.

Base range: $25.00-$30.00 per hour depending on experience and certification.

BENEFITS

Employees working 30 or more hours per week are eligible to participate in SCSL benefits which include: health, dental, vision, and life insurance.

Part time and Full time Employees earn 40 hours of sick time per year.

Full time employees earn 40 hours of vacation time per year which can be used, cashed out, or rolled over.

SCSL also offers several bonus programs including: new hire bonuses, employee referral bonuses, and birthday PTO bonuses.

HOW TO APPLY

Please visit this link to apply: https://scsls.ersp.biz/index.cfm?event=Apply.index

JOB DUTIES

Providing direct-service support to individuals in their homes and in the community by providing supervision, training, companionship, behavioral support, and other duties deemed necessary by the client or the client’s circle of support.

Provide ongoing direction and coordination of Supported Living Services with both the client’s SLS team as well as their extended circle of support. Ensure Santa Cruz Supported Living staff, family, and other care providers are working in concert towards the client’s goals.

Works as part of the Case-Management Team (along with House Lead, Facilitator and Directors) to ensure the integrity and functioning of house systems.

In partnership with the Case-Management Team, ensures consumers receive all necessary support in a manner consistent with person-centered planning and supported-living regulations.

Assists in the implementation of all components of the client’s behavior intervention plan including: proactive strategies, reactive strategies and de-escalation procedures. Work to identify and respond to behavioral antecedents. Maintain an active role in adapting and refining the client’s behavior intervention plan under the direction of their Case Manager.

Ensure that client goals, services, medication, and behavioral plan notes are documented promptly and accurately.

Assists the client in identifying and achieving personal, behavioral, educational, or vocational goals as per the Individual Service Plan (ISP)

Assists with household duties such as cleaning, cooking, and household management to maintain the household in accordance with the guidelines determined by the consumer, and consumer’s circle of support.

Provides necessary support for the client to meet personal needs.

Participate in all mandatory ongoing training.

Support the client in ongoing management of medical needs including: medication disbursement, managing chronic conditions, recording and reporting medical data, and medical advocacy.

Makes all decisions based on agency Vision and Values Statement.

Completes all other duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person