Direct Support Professional - Part Time

Company: Adjoin Industry: Non-Profit/Social Services Level: Part Time Job Family: Disability Services Location: Merced, CA 95340, USA Compensation: $16.90 - $17.25 About Us At Adjoin, we are agents of change, building a future where all people can belong in the places they live, work, learn, and play. Together with our community partners, we remove barriers to belonging with innovative solutions that center the unique needs of every individual we serve. For More Information: language adjoin.org Facebook Created with Sketch. Twitter Created with Sketch. LinkedIn Created with Sketch. Instagram Youtube Legal Disclaimer: Adjoin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. view full text People matter. All humans deserve respect, dignity, and a place to build their own future. Here at Adjoin, we believe and live this every day. Adjoin is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all individuals regardless of age, ancestry, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy-related conditions, race, religion, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics. We are committed to creating a fair and inclusive workplace where every employee can thrive. view full text For More Information: language adjoin.org Facebook Created with Sketch. Twitter Created with Sketch. LinkedIn Created with Sketch. Instagram Youtube Legal Disclaimer: Adjoin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. view full text People matter. All humans deserve respect, dignity, and a place to build their own future. Here at Adjoin, we believe and live this every day. Adjoin is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all individuals regardless of age, ancestry, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy-related conditions, race, religion, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics. We are committed to creating a fair and inclusive workplace where every employee can thrive. view full text photo_library +13 Photos video_library Watch Video Share Created with bin/sketchtool. Close Created with Sketch. Facebook Created with Sketch. Twitter Created with Sketch. LinkedIn Created with Sketch. Email Created with Sketch. Copy link Created with Sketch. Overview 48_Advise Created with Sketch. Summary At Adjoin, we know our employees have diverse and individual needs and have gone a step beyond the standard, cookie-cutter benefits package that other organizations offer. We have thoughtfully designed a unique package that goes above and beyond! 48_Compensation Created with Sketch. Benefits and Perks Competitive Medical Coverage. Extremely generous retirement matching. 100% Employer-paid long-term disability coverage. 100% Employer-paid employee and dependent life insurance. Employee Wellness program with fun incentives, prizes and chances to connect with your peers. Mental health resources (EAP) with 5 free counseling sessions per year (for you AND your dependents). Volunteer program with paid volunteer hours for a cause of your choice. Responsibilities 48_ Customer Care Created with Sketch. Client Care Facilitate the client’s inclusion in positive community experiences. Transport clients to appointments, community activities, or other locations as needed, ensuring safety and timeliness during travel. Advance client’s decision-making, productivity and participation in a range of daily activities. 48_Performance Created with Sketch. Performance Maintain current knowledge of client’s needs. Maintain positive communications and relationships with his/her supervisor, clients, landlords, employers, involved members offamilies, Regional Center, D.O.R. and other individuals in the community. Address challenging behaviors proactively and respectfully, using methods outlined in plans and training. 48_Analyze Created with Sketch. Evaluate Participate in the evaluation of the client through completion of task analysis and other requested assessment devices. 48_Training Created with Sketch. Training Implement individual training and support programs under the direction of the case responsible person. 48_Document Created with Sketch. Document Document required activity records, reports, incidents, and client evaluations in a timely, complete, and accurate manner as required. 48_Human Resources Created with Sketch. Assist Promote independence in daily activities yet be mindful of client’s intellectual and physical disabilities and assist with meals, cooking, household maintenance, grooming and dressing, as assigned. 48_Quality Assurance Created with Sketch. Quality Assurance Oversee client activities and environment throughout shift to ensure the fulfillment of health and safety needs Provides direct service as needed and required. Requirements 48_Success Created with Sketch. Qualifications 18 years of age or older. Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen and background check. High School Diploma or Equivalent. Physical evaluations may be required dependent upon specific assigned duties or compliance requirements and may include a TB test and/or a lift and transfer test. Aptitude for confidentiality, organizational skills and good interpersonal skills. 48_Travel Created with Sketch. Travel Ability to travel within and throughout the counties in which services are provided a minimum of 75% of the time. 48_License Created with Sketch. License Insured, registered vehicle in safe working condition, and proof of current CA driver’s license. 48_Scheduling Created with Sketch. Schedule His/her schedule may be either part or full time, depending on the needs of the clients and Adjoin. A Direct Support Professional works as scheduled by the Regional Manager and/or his/her designee. Overtime may be required as dictated by operational needs, however, no holiday or overtime may be worked without the prior approval of the Direct Support Professional's supervisor. 48_Environment Created with Sketch. Work Environment This position requires the employee to have a mobile smart device available to perform certain required essential functions, for which reasonable reimbursement is provided to the employee. Adjoin’s client case management platform requires employees to utilize a mobile smart device (i.e., cell phone/tablet) with reliable internet connectivity and data to complete certain essential job tasks. 48_Certification Created with Sketch. Certification Certification in an approved First Aid and CPR class; or successful completion within 45 days of the date of hire. For More Information: language adjoin.org Facebook Created with Sketch. Twitter Created with Sketch. LinkedIn Created with Sketch. Instagram Youtube Legal Disclaimer: Adjoin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. view full text People matter. All humans deserve respect, dignity, and a place to build their own future. Here at Adjoin, we believe and live this every day. Adjoin is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all individuals regardless of age, ancestry, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy-related conditions, race, religion, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics. We are committed to creating a fair and inclusive workplace where every employee can thrive. view full text photo_library +13 Photos video_library Watch Video