Personal Attendant

We are looking for a caring and reliable Personal Attendant who will demonstrate a compassionate approach to supporting our clients living with developmental disabilities.

Who Is Dinami?

Dinami Home, Inc. is an agency committed to providing superior Supported Living Services to adults with developmental disabilities throughout the East Bay (Antioch, Concord, Pittsburg, Lafayette, Walnut Creek, Pacheco, Oakley). While fostering an environment of dignity and respect, Dinami employees care for the wellbeing and safety of our clients - making sure all their needs are met so our clients can thrive.

Position Preferences:

• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities is preferred.
• Experience in any social service field is also acceptable.
• At least one year of experience in caregiving is preferred.

Position Requirements:

Candidates…

• Must be able to pass a fingerprinting/criminal background check.
• Must either have or be willing to become CPR/First Aid certified.
• Must have or get a clear TB test result.

Position Summary

We are looking for creative, fun, and energetic candidates to provide one-on-one support as a Personal Attendant primarily with one of our clients in the East Bay (Antioch, Pittsburg, Oakley, Concord/Pleasant Hill, Pacheco, Lafayette, Walnut Creek). It is possible however, that on occasion they will receive shifts with other various individual clients.

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Providing clients with support, company, and comfort.
• Providing constant and appropriate supervision while on duty.
• Engaging clients in suitable activities, such as having conversations, playing games, or taking walks.
• Transporting and accompanying clients to day programs, medical appointments, community events, etc.
• Providing mobility support.
• Assisting clients with their self-administration of medications, including monitoring and documenting their intake, while also ensuring that medications are handled and stored correctly.
• Reporting changes in the physical, mental, and emotional conditions of clients to lead staff and documenting it in the shift notes.
• Providing support with personal hygiene, including brushing teeth, bathroom visits, bathing, and dressing.
• Performing basic housekeeping duties, including cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation.
• Maintaining a hygienic, tidy, and safe environment.
• Being a role model in adult behavior and effectively setting limits.
• Assisting clients with independent living goals.
• Assisting clients with household finances, bills, and payments, as well as running errands.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Work Location: In person