Multiple Openings! Live-in Personal Attendant

Hiring Immediately! Direct Support Professional - Personal Attendant - Full-time & Part-time Staff Needed!

Several possible shifts available:

Schedule #1: Sunday 6pm to Friday 6pm

Schedule #2: Every other Friday 6pm - Sunday 6pm

Schedule #3: Saturday 10am - Thursday 10am

Schedule #4: Every other Thursday 10am - Saturday 10am

Location: Downtown San Diego

Salary: $19.50 an hour; $17.75 sleep hours (10pm to 6am)

Are you ready to Transform Lives! Join us and help empower adults with developmental disabilities!

Caregivers! Home Health Aides! Direct Care Workers! DSP! Come join us today!

TMI's Primary Purpose

TMI is dedicated to assisting children and adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities live, work, and participate in their community. Employees have the rewarding opportunity to support our clients in their daily lives and help them achieve full inclusion within their community. TMI believes the three cornerstones of a strong life foundation include living as independently as possible, real work for real pay, and a safe and caring home. Join the TMI family and experience the gratification that comes from helping others live a fulfilling life they love!

Job Specific Essential Duties

• Provide support to clients in their home and community including overnight assistance.
• Assist with development and implementation of annual Supported Living Plan (SLP) goals and objectives.
• Participate in the development of a circle of support, both paid and unpaid support, to build relationships with family, friends, neighbors, and other community members.
• Develop individualized adaptive support materials as needed.
• Coordinate and monitor other services (such as MTS, Medi-Cal, Social Security, etc.).
• Provide assistance with personal support to include toileting, bathing, feeding, etc. if necessary
• Develop and expand clients' participation in integrated community activities.

General Essential Duties

• Complete required documentation including progress notes and medical appointment tracking according to established deadlines.
• Attend mandatory meetings and trainings including all staff meetings, team meetings, CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, and Relias (web-based learning).
• Enter the following into time-keeping system according to deadlines: timesheets, mileage reimbursements, and cell phone reimbursements.
• Maintain communication with supervisor and members of the clients' planning team.
• Notify supervisor immediately of changes to client's schedule and health and safety incidences.
• Respond to supervisor's calls/text messages/emails promptly (within 24 hours). Urgent calls from supervisor must be responded to immediately.
• Respond to calls/text messages/emails from members of the clients' planning team.
• Drive your personal vehicle to assist clients with their goals. Some positions may require use of public transportation or paratransit services.
• Provide proof of valid driver license, annual vehicle inspection, vehicle insurance, and vehicle registration (applicable only to Temecula or Corona-based employees) throughout employment.
• Comply with federal, state, and/or local reporting and disclosure requirements.
• Comply with HIPAA laws and TMI policies and procedures regarding confidentiality of information.
• Other assignments and duties as deemed appropriate by the supervisor and/or the program director.

Minimum Experience and Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma/GED

Experience: 1 year working in social services, education, or with the developmentally disabled population preferred

Other Requirements: Must also be hired on by IHSS as a part of client's support; personal care is required

Driving: 3 years driving experience, and willingness to drive a client in your vehicle (mileage reimbursed at IRS rate)

Benefits*

• Employer-sponsored Medical Insurance (includes Vision) – Spending Accounts Also Offered
• Employer-sponsored Dental Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Employee Discount Program (discounts at SD Zoo, Legoland, dining, retail, gyms, and so much more)
• Wellness Program with Prize-Winning Monthly Challenges & Free, Customized Online Programs Focusing on Your Total Health—Mind, Body, and Spirit.
• Free Access to Newly Remodeled Fitness Center at the San Diego Office
• Employee Assistance Program with 3 Face-To-Face Sessions, Unlimited Telephonic Counseling & Will Preparation Services
• Generous 401(k) Employer Match (after one year of employment)
• Paid Holidays
• Accrued Sick & Vacation Hours, along with Years of Service paid time off
• Quarterly Cash Raffles
• Mileage Reimbursement

*Some of the above benefits apply to full-time employees only

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