Entry Level Direct Care and Community Support Specialist
Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $17.86/per hour. Potential to convert up to $20/per hour. Weekly pay + incentives offered
Alls Well Healthcare has partnered with the State of Californias Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to launch a statewide,paid 3-month shadow training program. This initiative matches candidates with organizations that support adults with special needs. Participants shadow staff to gain firsthand experience, and if there's a mutual fit, they may be offered permanent employmentsometimes as early as week three, mimicking a "working interview."
As aDirect Service Professional (DSP)Intern, youll work under the supervision of an experienced DSP mentor for up tothree monthsand30 hours per week. This internship gives you hands-on experience where you will shadow train and learn how to support individuals with diverse developmental and or intellectual needs in living more independent and living fulfilling lives.
Your duties will vary based on each persons needs and goals, but may include:
- Helping individuals feel empowered and respected
- Supporting communication and social interaction
- Assisting with daily living skills (e.g. cooking, hygiene, transportation)
- Encouraging and supporting participation in community activities
- Facilitating access to services and resources
- Supporting education, job readiness, and career goals
- Promoting health and wellness
- Advocating for individual rights and inclusion
- Helping build and maintain meaningful relationships
- Documenting services and progress
- Ensuring the person remains at the center of all decision-making
PAY: $17.86/per hour. Potential to convert up to $20/per hour. Weekly pay + incentives offered
SCHEDULE: Possible flexibility with schedule, Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm, 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm & 11:00 pm - 7:00 am
PROGRAM PERKS:
- Weekly pay
- Employment retention payments at six and twelve months
- FREE Interactive training
- A variety of schedules available
- Play an integral role in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their community
- May lead to a long-term career path
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must have a High School Diploma (or equivalent) or a Certificate of Completion
- Must have a valid California drivers license held for a minimum of 2 years.
- Must pass a background check, comprehensive driver screening and other required health screenings
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
A DSP Intern may work indoors or outdoors and may perform tasks which involve frequent sitting, standing, writing, or performing repetitive motions. On occasion a DSP may perform tasks that involve, but are not limited to bending, twisting, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, standing, reaching, walking, and lifting of 25 lbs.
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