Caregiver/Direct Support Professional - No Exp Required - Paid Training Provided (ICF)

Caregiver / Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Paid Training ProvidedPay: $19–$20/hour starting pay Higher pay may be available for candidates with CNA certification, Medical Assistant certification, caregiving experience, or other healthcare experience.Make a Difference Every DayJoin Home of Guiding Hands as a Caregiver / Direct Support Professional (DSP) supporting adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in a residential care setting. This is a rewarding entry-level caregiver opportunity for compassionate individuals who want to help others while building experience in healthcare, behavioral health, caregiving, or human services.As a DSP, Caregiver, or Direct Care Support Professional, you'll help clients live safely, independently, and actively in their community. You'll support daily routines, encourage independence, and take clients to fun community outings, appointments, recreational activities, shopping trips, and events throughout San Diego County.No experience is required - we provide paid training and ongoing support.What You'll DoSupport adults with disabilities with daily living activitiesAssist with meals, light housekeeping, and personal careProvide companionship and emotional supportTransport clients to appointments, activities, and community outingsEncourage independence and social interactionCreate a safe, positive, and supportive home environmentComplete simple daily documentationWhat We're Looking ForCompassionate, dependable, and patient individualsAt least 18 years oldValid California driver's licenseComfortable driving clients to activities and appointmentsAbility to work flexible schedules including weekends and holidaysCaregiving, CNA, DSP, healthcare, behavioral health, or direct care experience is a plus but not requiredWhy Join Home of Guiding Hands?No experience necessaryPaid training providedFull-time and part-time opportunities availableMeaningful work that makes a real differenceFun community-based activities and outingsCareer growth opportunities in healthcare and human servicesSupportive team environmentEstablished nonprofit organization serving San Diego County since 1967Home of Guiding Hands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.QualificationsEducationRequiredHigh School or better.PreferredHigh School or better.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.