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Redwood Family Care Network

Direct Support Professional 1 - Simi Valley

Redwood Family Care Network, Agoura Hills, California, United States, 91375

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Direct Support Professional 1 – Simi Valley Redwood Family Care Network

is an innovative leader in delivering person-centered home and community-based services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The mission is to provide world-class person-centered services, supports and advocacy in positive and life-enriching environments.

Job Title: Direct Support Professional 1 Hourly Rate: $21‑25 Shifts Needed: Evenings & Overnights Job Status: Full Time Work Locations: Simi Valley, CA

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits options including medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident insurance.

HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA.

EAP (Employee Assistance Program).

Employee discount program.

PTO (Paid time off).

Dayforce Wallet Daily Pay.

Pre-Tax 401(k).

After-Tax Roth.

Tuition discount through Capella University.

Responsibilities

Outline and prepare daily routines for clients as written in Individual Program Plans.

Support the needs and goals of each resident by participating in the development of IPP/ISP goals.

Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment for clients.

Support residents by taking them to visit family, friends, preferred leisure/recreation activities, and encouraging socialization among peers.

Assist clients with personal care such as grooming, bathroom needs, changing undergarments or clothing as needed.

Prepare daily meals and assist with clean‑up.

Pick‑up/drop‑off clients in company vans from/to home/facility as required.

Report incidents or problems and communicate daily with administrators.

Perform other duties assigned as needed.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent.

At least one year of professional or personal caregiving experience; preferred supporting individuals with developmental disabilities or mental illnesses with challenging behaviors.

Direct Support Professional Certificate Years 1 & 2 and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) preferred or willing to obtain within first 6 months of hire.

First Aid / CPR preferred or willing to obtain within 30 days.

Minimum age 21.

California Driver’s License.

Successful completion of background check and all pre-employment requirements.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.

Work Remotely: No.

All applicants are subject to a background check. Once a conditional offer is made and a background check has been completed, if concerns about a conviction directly related to the job arise, the company reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment.

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