Direct Support Professional for People with Disabilities ASL at PEOPLE CREATING SUCCESS

Santa Clarita, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Aug, 26

Salary

21.0

Posted On

15 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

American Sign Language, Person-Centered Care, Daily Living Skills Support, Medication Support, Personal Care, Budget Management, Community Integration, Documentation, Crisis Communication, Patient Advocacy

Industry

Health and Human Services

Description

Direct Support Professional / Personal Attendant For Adults with Developmental Disabilities ASL Interpreter - Antelope Valley Are you looking for a job that values people and connection? Are you a person that thrives with genuine relationships? That becomes excited over movies, music, festivals, food and more? Someone that loves to be active or wants to become active in the world around them? Sounds like you? Come join us at People Creating Success and explore communities, enrich passions and be a positive impact in other people’s lives as a Direct Support Professional in our supported living service program! EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION * Location: Antelope Valley & Surrounding Areas * Part-Time: $21 / hour * Mileage reimbursement * $10/month cell phone stipend * Weekend Shifts Only: Saturday & Sunday, Mornings, Afternoons, & Evenings BENEFITS * Health care benefits and PTO available if you transition to full time employment * Discounts on Pet Insurance * Cal-Savers retirement plan YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES * Support participants with daily living skills such as cleaning, cooking, budget management, and light household duties * Following care plans and helping participants achieve their personal goals * Encourage healthy habits, studies, hobbies, and social activities * Communicate with participant using American Sign Language * Assist participants access and participate in community activities * Assist with personal care such as medication support, hygiene and bathing (lifting / transferring may be required) * Collaborate Person-Centered Care planning with participant, staff and management * Document and communicate participant progress with staff and management WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR * Someone who is compassionate with a person-centered mindset * Someone who has a warm, respectful, and professional demeanor * Someone who is capable of communication with dignity and respect, especially during challenging moments * A valid driver’s license * Responsible, and can document goal progress tracking with detail * National Interpreter Certification (NIC) or Certified Deaf Interpreter (CID) certified (Applicant will be required to show proof of certification) * DSP 1 & 2 certification (preferred, applicants who are not yet certified can take advantage of our internal certification programs) * CPR / First Aid certification (Training will be provided if applicants are not certified or need to be recertified) * Weekend Availability (Is a plus but not required) ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT COMMUNITY INTEGRATION AND MAKING A MEANINGFUL DAILY IMPACT? Become a part of our team! Dedicated to improving and changing lives one step at a time. WHO WE ARE People Creating Success (PCS) is a Californian leader in providing services for adults with developmental disabilities for over 20 years. Our mission is to give individuals with developmental disabilities the opportunity to participate in career, educational, and life goals that most adults pursue. If you’re looking for a meaningful active career that connects you to your community, join us today! https://www.pcs-services.org/ [https://www.pcs-services.org/]

Responsibilities

Support adults with developmental disabilities in daily living skills, personal care, and community participation. Communicate using ASL and document participant progress toward personal goals.