Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Health Care

Direct Support ProfessionalMission Viejo, CaliforniaPosition Description:Salary: $18.00 - $20.00 per hourLooking to jumpstart your career in the healthcare industry? Enjoy helping others and making a difference in someone's life? Want to make supplemental income and create your own schedule? If you answered yes to any of the questions above, apply!Why Join Maxim:Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, Life Insurance, HSA and PTO401(k) savings planMaxcares Awards ProgramResponsibilities:Provides services to persons who need help with day-to-day activitiesProvides health care tasks, personal hygiene services, and other related support services essential to the client's healthAssists with transfers and ambulationPerforms incidental household services that are an integral part of a personal care planProvides companionship by reading, listening and talking with clientAssists client in the development of independent skills through self-care activities such as toileting, clothing routines and personal hygieneAppropriately reports changes in client status or as directed by care planPerforms other duties as assigned/necessaryRequirements:State licensure or certification as required by state and/or programOne (1) year relevant experience preferredCurrent BLS CardCurrent PPD or Chest X-RayKnowledge of child growth and developmentAbility to coordinate and facilitate services between the home, school, local health agency, and other community resourcesAbility to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be requiredComputer proficiency requiredMust be at least 18 years of ageMaxim Benefits:Health and Wellness Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance ProgramRetirement and Financial Security: Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal BenefitsLifestyle Benefits: Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Maxim Healthcare Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed. Maxim Healthcare, Inc. ("Maxim") is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.