Direct Support Professionals

Home Helpers
  • Lakeside, California
    14 days ago

    Job Description

    We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Caregivers (DSPs) to provide essential in-home and community-based support for individuals with developmental disabilities. The ideal candidate is patient, reliable, and committed to enhancing each client's independence, safety, and quality of life.

    Why Caregivers LOVE Working With Us

    Competitive Pay – Paid Weekly

    • Caregivers starting at $18/hr -$21/hr
    • DSPs/CNAs starting at $20/hr - $23/hr

    Performance-Based Raises at 3 months & 1 year
    Flexible Scheduling – Choose shifts that fit your life
    Bonuses, Giveaways & Appreciation Rewards
    Paid Training & Career Growth – DSP skills, behavioral support, and more
    Family-Owned Agency That Truly Values You

    Responsibilities

    • Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and meal preparation.
    • Provide personal care and behavioral support for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
    • Support mobility, transfers, and safe ambulation as needed.
    • Monitor client health, observe and report behavioral or medical changes to the RN or supervisor.
    • Follow individualized care plans while maintaining client rights and confidentiality (HIPAA compliant).
    • Engage clients in meaningful activities, community outings, and social interactions to promote mental and emotional well-being.
    • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized home environment.
    • Communicate and collaborate with families, case managers, social workers, and healthcare professionals.
    • Document care and communication clearly and accurately.

    Skills & Experience

    • First Aid & CPR certification (provided if you don't have it)
    • Experience in group homes, supported living, or assisted living highly desirable
    • Strong observation skills for monitoring behavioral or health changes
    • Experience working with individuals with autism, Down syndrome, or other developmental disabilities
    • Ability to lift, transfer, and assist with mobility (up to 50 lbs)
    • Cooking ability for simple and dietary-specific meals
    • Home care, home health, or hospice experience is a plus
    • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

    Qualifications

    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • At least 6 months of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities
    • Negative TB test or clear chest X-ray
    • Pass pre-employment drug screening
    • Pass physical examination
    • LiveScan background check
    • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred

    Join a Team That Truly Values You

    If you're passionate about helping others and want to make a meaningful difference every day—we'd love to meet you!
    Apply today and become part of a caring, supportive team that lifts up both clients and caregivers.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLakeside, California

    Skills

    • Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)unmatched
    • Assisted Livingunmatched
    • Autismunmatched
    • Background Investigationunmatched
    • Behavioral Healthunmatched
    • CPR Certificationunmatched
    • Case Managementunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Community Supportunmatched
    • Cook Dishesunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
    • Developmental Disabilitiesunmatched
    • Digital Signal Processing (DSP)unmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • First Aidunmatched
    • HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)unmatched
    • Health Planunmatched
    • Healthcareunmatched
    • Home Careunmatched
    • Hospice Careunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Personal Careunmatched
    • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Social Workunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched

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