Job Description
Job DescriptionBenefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Training & development
Shift type: Day Shift and Evening Shift | Part-Time and Full-Time
Location: Ramona, CA
Job Summary
Were looking for a compassionate and dependable Direct Support Staff to join our team in supporting adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Youll play a key role in helping someone live a full, independent lifewhether its assisting with daily tasks, running errands, or getting out in the community. Staff will provide support to an individual diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder, including assistance with maintaining daily routines, monitoring for changes in mental health status, implementing behavioral support plans, and promoting overall health, safety, and well-being in collaboration with the individual's interdisciplinary team.
Experience is great, but not requiredwere happy to train the right person!
Responsibilities
- Prepare meals and snacks
- Perform light housekeeping tasks
- Support personal care, including bathing
- Provide companionship and community engagement
- Offer meaningful choices and encourage independence
- Assist with errands and grocery shopping
- Dispense medication as directed
- Follow the client's behavior plan
- Accurately complete daily documentation
Qualifications
- Prior caregiving or support experience preferred
- Must pass DOJ Livescan
- Physical & TB test required during onboarding
- Basic cooking and cleaning skills
- Ability to follow health and safety protocols
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliable, patient, and respectful