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Help adults with disabilities build independence and live meaningful lives! Are you compassionate, dependable, and looking for work that matters? Join our team as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in their daily lives and communities.Whether you have experience in caregiving or human services--or are interested in starting a rewarding career helping others--we encourage you to apply! What We Offer<ul><li>$20-$24 per hour</li><li>Full-time and part-time opportunities</li><li>Flexible scheduling, A variety of shift lengths and schedules to fit your availability, including 2-, 4-, and 8-hour shifts.</li><li>Health insurance for eligible full-time employees</li><li>Ongoing training, guidance, and feedback from supportive leadership</li><li>A collaborative team and opportunities for professional growth</li></ul>What You'll DoAs a DSP, you'll serve as a mentor, teacher, and advocate while respecting each person's choices, preferences, and goals. Responsibilities may include:<ul><li>Supporting daily living skills, routines, and personal care</li><li>Helping individuals access their communities and participate in meaningful activities</li><li>Assisting with medical appointments</li><li>Encouraging social connections and positive peer interactions</li><li>Supporting recreational activities and personal interests</li><li>Promoting health, safety, independence, and self-advocacy</li></ul>What We're Looking For<ul><li>Compassion, patience, reliability, and respect for adults with disabilities</li><li>Good judgment and problem-solving skills</li><li>Strong communication and teamwork</li><li>A willingness to learn and support each person's individual needs</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>At least 21 years old</li><li>High school diploma or equivalent</li><li>Reliable transportation and a valid California driver's license</li><li>Ability to pass a background check</li><li>Weekend availability as part of a rotating schedule</li></ul>Previous experience in caregiving, direct support, or human services is a plus. If you've worked as a Caregiver, Home Health Aide (HHA), Personal Care Assistant (PCA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Respite Worker, Teacher's Aide, Special Education Assistant, Paraprofessional, Job Coach, Day Program Staff Member, Childcare Worker, Youth Mentor, Camp Counselor, Medical Assistant, Behavioral Health Technician, Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Rehabilitation Aide, Residential Counselor, Community Support Worker, or Volunteer Coordinator, your experience could translate well into a Direct Support Professional role. Experience supporting a family member with a disability, volunteering, tutoring, or working in other helping roles can also provide valuable skills. Your compassion, patience, creativity, and ability to build relationships can make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). New to direct support? We encourage you to apply! We provide ongoing training and guidance to help you build your skills while supporting individuals with daily activities, community participation, and greater independence. Know American Sign Language (ASL)? Highlight your skills when applying--we have opportunities for applicants with ASL knowledge!Apply Today Build meaningful connections while helping adults with IDD work toward their goals. Submit your application and include your availability, preferred work location, and any relevant experience or ASL skills. Job types:Schedule: Day shifts, Afternoon shifts, and weekend shifts We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

Caregiver, Life Coach, Direct Support Professional with Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

You must be at least 21 years old and have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent. Do you meet these criteria?

Do you have a valid California Driver’s License?

Do you have reliable transportation to and from work?

Are you looking for a part-time or full-time position?

If you chose full time, are you willing to start of part time and work up to full time?

 Holidays (available to work on official holidays)

Please choose all options that best describe your availability. Note that this position requires you to work at least one weekend.

The position may involve providing first aid and CPR. Are you comfortable with this, considering that the necessary training will be provided?

 I’m not comfortable providing the hands-on support mentioned above

Are you comfortable providing hands-on support with the following?

Are you comfortable providing hands-on support with transferring, lifting, and pushing assistive medical equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, walkers, etc.) if needed? 

Have you ever worked for Modern Support Services or its divisions? If yes, please specify when and where.

Please describe any professional or personal experiences you have had interacting with individuals with disabilities. This can include work experience, personal experiences in a job setting, within your family, or among friends

Yes, I am deaf/hard of hearing and know ASL.

No, I don’t know American Sign Language (ASL).

If you have knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL), we might offer openings that require this skill. Do you know ASL?

If applicable, please describe how you learned American Sign Language (ASL) and provide any relevant background information:

Do you have 2 years of formal work experience with the I/DD community?

If yes, please list the periods, names of the organizations, and your position(s) where you have worked formally with the  I/DD community:

Are you okay with the pay range of  $20 to $24 USD?

Are you comfortable providing support to an individual with behavioral challenges such as aggression, verbal outbursts, and cursing?

Please explain why or describe what the experience was like.

Do you have experience working with adults with IDD?