PAI Ventura

Direct Support Professional - Ventura County

Are you looking for a job that values people and connection?

Are you a person that thrives with genuine relationships? Are you looking for a job where you're someone's number #1 cheerleader to empower their independence?

Sounds like you?

Come join us at People Creating Success and empower, encourage passions and be a positive impact in other people's lives as a Direct Support Professional in our supported living, and independent living service programs for adults with developmental disabilities!

Employment Information

• Location: Ventura, Oxnard, Camarillo, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, Conejo Valley, & Surrounding Areas
• Full & Part-Time: $20 / hour
• Mileage reimbursement
• $10/month cell phone stipend
• Afternoons and weekends needed!

Benefits

• Health care benefits and PTO available if you transition to full time employment
• Discounts on Pet Insurance
• Cal-Savers retirement plan

Your Responsibilities

• Assist participants with living independently
• Support participants with daily living skills such as cleaning, cooking, budget management, and light household duties
• Assist with traveling to doctors appointments
• Following care plans and helping participants achieve their personal goals
• Encourage healthy habits, studies, hobbies, and social activities
• Assist with personal care such as medication support, hygiene and bathing (lifting / transferring may be required)
• Collaborate Person-Centered Care planning with participant, staff and management
• Document shift and communication logs

Who We're Looking For

• Someone who is compassionate with a person-centered mindset
• Someone who has a warm, respectful, and professional demeanor
• Someone who is capable of communication with dignity and respect, especially during challenging moments
• A valid driver's license
• Responsible, and can document goal progress tracking with detail
• DSP 1 & 2 certification (preferred, applicants who are not yet certified can take advantage of our internal certification programs)
• CPR / First Aid certification (Training will be provided if applicants are not certified or need to be recertified)
• Weekend Availability (Is a plus but not required)

Who We Are

People Creating Success (PCS) is a Californian leader in providing services for adults with developmental disabilities for over 20 years. Our mission is to give individuals with developmental disabilities the opportunity to participate in career, educational, and life goals that most adults pursue.

If you're looking for a meaningful active career that connects you to your community, join us today!