Direct Care Staff

About the role

Join a Team That Changes Lives
Are you compassionate, dependable, and looking for a meaningful career? Spread Your Wings, LLC. is seeking caring individuals to provide one-on-one support to adults with developmental disabilities, helping them build independence and achieve their personal goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to adults with developmental disabilities
• Teach and encourage independent living skills, including cooking, budgeting, cleaning, and personal hygiene
• Support clients in achieving personal goals and increasing independence
• Assist with community outings, appointments, and daily activities
• Maintain accurate documentation and case notes
• Promote a safe, respectful, and positive environment

Qualifications

• Required: Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle with current insurance, clean driving record, ability to work throughout Santa Cruz County, ability to pass a background check in accordance with state requirements, basic computer skills, including email, Microsoft Word, and data entry
• PREFERRED: Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities or behavioral challenges, previous caregiving, direct support, or behavioral health experience

Benefits

• Full-Time Benefits: Time-and-a-half pay for approved holiday hours worked
• 50% company-paid medical plan
• 100% company-paid $25,000 life insurance policy (employee only)
• Optional dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and additional benefits

Pay & Perks

• $19.50 - $21.00 per hour
• Paid sick time
• Mileage reimbursement
• Ongoing training and mentorship
• Career advancement opportunities
• Supportive team environment