Job Title: Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Location: Foster City, California
Job Type: Full-Time (40-45 hours/week) or Part-Time (8-16 hours/week) 1-2 days off 8 hour shifts A day.

LIVE-IN $18

LIVE-OUT $20

After 10 months of being employed $300 bonus

Job Description:

Since 1986, Caring Hearts Home, Inc., a Level 3 Adult Residential Facility (ARF) in Foster City, is seeking calm, compassionate, and reliable individuals to join our team as Caregiver/Direct Support Professionals (DSP). Our facility serves 3 clients with developmental disabilities adults 18-59 years old.

We are looking for someone who remains calm and collected in any situation, can drive to assist with client appointments and errands, and is open to working overtime as needed.

Responsibilities:

Client Support: Assist six residents with daily activities, including personal care, hygiene, incontinence and mobility as needed. 2 go program M-F btw 9am - 3pm and 1 is one-one stays home.
Daily Living Assistance: Support with meal preparation, housekeeping, and maintaining a clean and safe environment.
Engagement: Encourage independence by supporting residents in recreational activities, community outings, and skill-building tasks.
Driving Duties: Transport clients to appointments, errands, or community outings using a personal or company-provided vehicle. (not required)
Problem-Solving: Stay calm and level-headed during emergencies or challenging situations, ensuring client safety.
Documentation: Keep accurate daily records of activities and observations using basic computer skills and writing.
Medication Assistance: Administer or supervise medication following training and facility guidelines.

Requirements:

Social security with status Only
Certification: Must hold a valid DSP 1 Certificate or open to get training and receive their cert. within 1 year.
Driver’s License: preferable but not a must
Must read and write (basic documentation)
Calm, patient, and reliable demeanor, especially during challenging situations.
Basic English speaking, reading, and writing skills.
Familiarity with basic computer typing and recordkeeping.
Must pass a background check and TB test (or be willing to obtain).
Comfortable with shared accommodations for live-in staff (if applicable).

What We Offer:

paid sick leave - 5 days
Paid training

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 45 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
Flexible schedule
Mileage reimbursement
Paid sick time
Paid training
Referral program

Schedule:

10 hour shift
12 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Every weekend
Monday to Friday
Morning shift
Overnight shift
Rotating weekends
Weekends as needed

Experience:

Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Required)
Overnight Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Foster City, CA 94404 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Foster City, CA 94404: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Caring Hearts Home, inc.

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