Direct Support Professional II

About the Role

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is seeking a Direct Support Professional II to ensure the efficient operation of our Tularosa program located in Lompoc, CA. Tularosa is an adult residential facility in a community-based setting serving adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders with moderate to severe behavioral challenges and/or significant deficits in adaptive skills. Residents receive on-site behavior analysis services, medical case management, medication monitoring, independent living skills training and community inclusion activities.

Responsibilities

• Utilizing positive reinforcement and antecedent manipulation to increase appropriate behaviors
• Assisting and supporting in the planning, implementation and documentation of programs designed to meet the social, emotional, physical and personal needs of adults served
• Accompanying residents on community outings, medical appointments and other activities, as directed by program management
• Must be willing to work with adults with challenging and/or aggressive behaviors

Schedule

• One part-time position available
• Weekly Saturday overnights required

Pay

Starting pay is $28/hr with $1 shift differential for overnight shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in relevant field preferred
• One (1) year of experience providing direct care to adults with developmental disabilities required
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required
• One weekend shift per week required
• Must have or be willing to obtain upon hire:
  • Direct Support Professional Year 1 Certification by the State of California
  • Direct Support Professional Year 2 Certification by the State of California
  • Registered Behavioral Technician Certification by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Empathetic and a team player
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Understands the theories of behavior management and utilizes positive reinforcement
• Represents themselves as a positive role model
• Able to successfully pass required clearances
• Able to complete 40+ hours of paid new hire trainings
• Strong passion for supporting individuals with special needs

Physical Requirements

• Significant amounts of walking, sitting, and standing required
• Some lifting and/or managing resistance required when applying physical intervention techniques in excess of 100 lbs or more
• Some repetitive wrist/hand movements
• Occasional use of computers and office equipment
• Occasional driving of Devereux vehicles for business purposes
• Ability to master Safe and Positive Approach trainings

Work Environment

• May require use of protective equipment such as latex gloves, facial masks, protective eye-wear, and gowns
• Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• Some degree of physical involvement in exercise of Safe and Positive Approaches

Benefits

Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment, including:

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance
• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day)
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit
• Voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program

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