Direct Support Professional in South Gate, California at 10811 Crenshaw Blvd LLC

Ambiria Homes provides specialized residential services to adults with developmental disabilities. Each of our homes have a maximum of 4 residents. This allows individualized care and customized services in order to meet the needs of our residents. Our staff are trained extensively in all areas including the opportunity for training to become Registered Behavior Technicians, licensed Administrators and Direct Support Professionals.

We are seeking compassionate candidates that have the ability to calm residents by deescalating situations when participants display aggressive behaviors. Duties include cooking, cleaning, dispensing medications, documenting behavior patterns, driving residents safely to appointments and recreational activities in company vehicle, actively supervise residents to ensure safety.

Will be providing support in the PICA DAY PROGRAM.

Must be available to work the following schedule:

Monday: 9:00am-2:00pm; Tuesday: 9:00am-2:00pm; Wednesday: 9:00am-2:00pm; Thursday: 9:00am-2:00pm; Friday: 9:00am-2:00pm

• Must be caring and patient
• Must be able to speak and understand basic English
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must pass background screening with Department of Social Services
• Successfully pass Physical and TB test
• Must be willing to obtain Direct Support Professional Certification 1 & 2 within 6 months of hire
• Must be willing to obtain Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification (company paid training)
• Must be willing to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification (company paid training)