Direct Support Professional, Supported Living Program

Santa Barbara, CA

Pay Range: $17.50 to $18.50 Hourly

Job Type: Full Time or Part Time

Location: Santa Barbara

Up to $750 Sign-On Bonus

Job Title: Direct Support Professional I/II, Independent & Supported Living Services


Momentum WORK, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional I & II in Santa Barbara, CA. Direct Support Professional responsibilities include exhibiting compassion, supporting residents, and ensuring a safe environment. They foster independence and personal choice by guiding individuals in acquiring necessary skills, such as social behavior or interpersonal competence so individuals have greater self-reliance in their day-to-day lives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Provides on-the-job training to program participants in groups and/or individually.
  • Responsible for providing skill or developmental training in various activities as designated; assists with personal care (including toileting/changing)/hygiene.
  • Maintains accurate and current records such as daily participant documentation.
  • Contributes to positive relations between community members, program participants, vendors, and other Agency staff.
  • Trains program participants in accessing public transportation and assists them with community integration.
  • Monitors, tracks, and assists program participants in goal achievement.
  • Organizes social and vocational groups in promoting independence.
  • Complies with all Momentum Inc. program policies, CARF accreditation standards, TCRC, CAL/OSHA policies and procedures.
  • Must be able to work at other Momentum WORK, Inc. locations, when needed.
  • Other related duties and responsibilities on an as needed basis

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • At least one (1) year of experience working with persons with developmental and/or other disabilities in individual and/or group settings preferred.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to complete tasks with numerous interruptions.
  • Compassion and respect for persons with disabilities
  • Ability to demonstrate patience and understanding because people served may have intellectual, emotional, or behavioral challenges, in addition to physical limitations.
  • Must have reliable phone.  
  • Valid CA Driver’s License: must have an acceptable driving record as determined by criteria established by the Agency’s insurance carrier and by Agency policy.

BENEFITS:

  • Travel Stipend 
  • Cell Phone Stipend
  • Paid Time- Off
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Friends & Family Referral Bonus
  • Direct Deposit
  • Anniversary Bonus
  • On-the-job Training Provided

Join our team today!