Direct Care Staff

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

“We take pride in the difference we make in the lives of those we support—and so could you.”  

HIRING TODAY FOR A FULL TIME POSITION IN OAKLAND, CA

Full Time Shift Available:

• Tuesday - Friday
• 6am to 2pm

Benefits & Perks (Full-Time Employees Only):  

• Fast benefits access- Eligible in 30 days or less
• Time and a half pay for working on company approved holidays
• 50 % company sponsored medical plan
• $25,000 Life Insurance Policy (Employee only)- company sponsors 100%
• Other benefits available for election- Dental, Vision, EAP & more. For you and/or dependents
• Accrued sick time
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Team support, mentorship, and career growth opportunities

Make a difference & build a career.  

Spread Your Wings (SYW) Direct Care Staff (DCS)/Supportive Living Staff (SLS) are responsible for maintaining a safe, supportive environment which ensures the quality living of our clients. DCS/SLS’s primary duty is to provide the appropriate support tailored to the needs and desires of each individual to enable each to live as independently as possible. DCS/SLS is expected to recognize when an individual is in a crisis and be able to utilize the appropriate procedures to handle the situation in a professional and safe manner.

What you'll do:

• Assist, monitor, and teach individual(s) with preparation of daytime activities and encourage good personal hygiene and behavior appropriate in their home or apartment. These activities may include grocery shopping, menu planning, meal preparation, and clean up
• Encourage, motivate, and support clients with developmental disabilities and/or behavioral challenges
• Help plan, create, and organize tasks and schedules that promote goal achievement for your clients
• Provide consistent documentation of progress through case notes

You'd be great if you: 

• Have a passion for helping others and believe in treating people with dignity and respect
• Can problem solve and adapt to different client needs
• Are a strong communicator and dependable
• Are comfortable working independently in one-on-one settings
• Have experience working in a similar role or field (preferred, not required)
• Are willing to learn and grow in this role

Requirements:

• Reliable, energetic, flexible, and capable of working independently and as part of a team
• Act as a positive role model to support client and establish a constructive and appropriate personal relationship with client
• High School Graduate or equivalent in experience providing personal care to individuals
• Must pass DOJ background check
• May require a California driver’s license, proof of vehicle insurance, and current driving record from DMV
• CPR/First Aide Certification (provided if needed)

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Spread Your Wings, LLC. Is an EOE employer.