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!