we provide comprehensive skills training and supported living services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Dignity is our guiding principle, and as demand for our services grows, so does our resolve to ensure every person we serve is respected, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive. As a DSP/Personal Attendant, you will provide individualized support to adults with developmental disabilities receiving Supported Living Services.
The primary focus of this role is the active supervision of individuals to ensure their health and safety, while providing occasional hands-on assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) for individuals with complex needs. You will provide incidental behavioral prevention and intervention support, operate with increased independence, and be responsible for maintaining service quality and helping ensure a stable living setting. Provide consistent, person-centered supervision within the individual's home and community.
Supervise and provide occasional hands-on support for Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including: Bathing, toileting, dressing, and personal hygiene Light housekeeping and laundry Accompany and/or transport the individual to medical and personal appointments. Implement established Behavior Support Plans (BSP) to prevent and de-escalate outbursts or mental health symptoms. Apply crisis prevention and intervention techniques (e.g., Safety-Care or CPI) during severe episodes to ensure immediate safety.
Your Readiness to Serve ~2–3 years of experience providing direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities. ~ Proficiency in implementing Individual Program Plan (IPP), Individual Service Plan (ISP) and BSPs. ~ Prior training in Safety Care or crisis intervention (e.g. Ability to provide care with empathy, cultural sensitivity, and respect for personal values. ~ Tuberculosis (TB) clearance in accordance with California public health guidelines.
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California driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of current automobile insurance if the position requires transporting individuals. Ability to stand, walk, and assist individuals with mobility as needed. Ability to travel within the community. 26.00 - $29.00 per hour, paid weekly.
This represents the anticipated hourly range for our Direct Support Positions. We strive to work around your schedule - full-time and part-time positions available. We promote from within and offer opportunities for training and development.
DABS, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.
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