Care Giver (Direct Support Professional 7)

We are currently hiring persons with a purpose in life who truly care about people and want to make a difference in someone else's life.The Direct Support Professional is responsible for supporting and assisting individuals with developmental disabilities who are served by our organization in various aspects of activities of daily living. The DSP is the person who has daily interactive contact with the client, while always ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and agency policies and procedures. The DSP is someone who will personally contribute encouragement, guidance and genuine concern for the client's daily accomplishments, and is to ensure the health, safety and emotional support of the individuals being served. Overall, the DSP actively supports people to choose and achieve the highest quality of life.
As a Christian-based organization, our employees must be willing to support Christ-centered values and beliefs . The spiritual lives of our clients and employees are an important part of the work we do. We seek someone who will demonstrate professionalism and high standards of integrity while working in the residential-setting work environment--someone who views his/her work day with Good Shepherd's clients and co-workers as an opportunity to be a positive influence.
Currently this post is for multiple positions with both part time and full time opportunities. Advancement opportunities are available as well as competative pay and benefits.Full time employees can accrue paid time off, sick time, mileage and dental/health/life insurance and a 403B plan.We train and certify for medication administration. We conduct on the job trainings and schedule vendors to come in for additional employee training. We also pay referral bonus' for recruiting quality employees.Working Conditions:Bend, squat, sit, stand, reach above shoulder level, walk, push/pull, handle objects and kneel: Frequently
Crawl and lift over 50 lbs.: OccasionallyUse of Fine Finger Movements: Constantly
REQUIREMENTS
Must have a valid driver’s license and be eligible to work in the United States.
Must have good reading, writing and comprehension skills.
Must have weekend availability.Send resume to:
26489 Rancho Parkway South
Lake Forest, CA 92630Apply on line at:
https://www.adpselect.com/apps/servlet/com.avert.servlets.ola?cst=1297157