Direct Support Professional Porterville Area; Part Time

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Company:
Adjoin

Industry: Non-Profit/Social Services

Level: Part Time

Job Family:
Disability Services

Location:

Visalia, CA 93291, USA

Compensation: $16.50 - 16.75

Promote independence in daily activities yet be mindful of client’s intellectual and physical disabilities and assist with meals, cooking, household maintenance, grooming and dressing, as assigned. Maintain current knowledge of client’s needs.

• Facilitate the client’s inclusion in positive community experiences. Transport clients to appointments, community activities, or other locations as needed, ensuring safety and timeliness during travel.
• Advance client’s decision‑making, productivity and participation in a range of daily activities. Perform all other job duties as assigned.
• Maintain current knowledge of client’s needs. Maintain positive communications and relationships with his/her supervisor, clients, landlords, employers, involved members of families, Regional Center, D.O.R. and other individuals in the community.
• A Direct Support Professional works as scheduled by the Regional Manager and/or his/her designee. Overtime may be required as dictated by operational needs, however, no holiday or overtime may be worked without the prior approval of the Direct Support Professional's supervisor.
• Implement individual training and support programs under the direction of the case responsible person.
• Document required activity records, reports, incidents, and client evaluations in a timely, complete, and accurate manner as required.
• Address challenging behaviors proactively and respectfully, using methods outlined in plans and training.
• Oversee client activities and environment throughout shift to ensure the fulfillment of health and safety needs. Provides direct service as needed and required.
• Successful completion of pre‑employment drug screen and background check.
• Schedule may be either part or full time, depending on the needs of the clients and Adjoin.
• Participate in the evaluation of the client through completion of task analysis and other requested assessment devices.
• Physical evaluations may be required dependent upon specific assigned duties or compliance requirements and may include a TB test and/or a lift and transfer test.

• Insured, registered vehicle in safe working condition, and proof of current CA driver’s license. Licenses & certifications.
• Certification in an approved First‑Aid and CPR class; or successful completion within 45 days of the date of hire. Driver's License.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Aptitude for confidentiality, organizational skills and good interpersonal skills.
• This position requires the employee to have a mobile smart device available to perform certain required essential functions, for which reasonable reimbursement is provided to the employee.
• 18 years of age or older.

Aptitude for confidentiality, organizational skills and good interpersonal skills.

Adjoin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. People matter. All humans deserve respect, dignity, and a place to build their own future. Here at Adjoin, we believe and live this every day. Adjoin is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all individuals regardless of age, ancestry, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy‑related conditions, race, religion, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics.

We are committed to creating a fair and inclusive workplace where every employee can thrive.