Direct Service Professional - Full Time and Part Time - Multiple Locations Available

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• Have six months’ prior experience providing direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities 2.
• Must meet the minimum age of 21 pursuant to California Health & Safety Code Section 1562.
• 3.
• Communicate effectively in written and spoken English.
• 4.
• Ability to write acceptable progress reports required for treatment documentation.
• 5.
• Complete RBT Training and certification within 90 days of employment.
• 6.
• Complete DSP Year one within 6 months of employment and Year 2 within 1 year of employment.
• 7.
• Complete and Maintain CPR/First Aid/Water Safety Certifications within 7 days of employment.
• 8.
• Work effectively with diverse ethnic, religious, socio-economical, and professional groups.
• 9.
• Competently provide direct services for Developmentally Disabled residents of the facility.
• 10.
• Understand and apply principles and techniques involved in the care and treatment of individuals or groups of Developmentally Disabled clients.
• 11.
• Recognize contraindications, side-effects, and signs of medication complications and report to the Program Director.
• 12.
• Analyze potentially dangerous situations accurately and take effective action.
• 13.
• Provide input to the Program Director and/or QBMP as it relates to the treatment programs for the residents.
• 14.
• Understand and follow written and oral directions.
• 15.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• 16.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Word, Office 365, Teams, Zoom and other communication/meeting platforms.
• 17.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a dependable means of transportation that is properly insured and operated in accordance with all laws.
• Agency insurer authorization is required.
• 18.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• 19.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen and TB test.

Company benefits

• Pay
• Range: Class 125 ($20.11 - $26.46/hour)
• Company paid benefits package for full time staff including medical, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program, Pension Fund and many other voluntary benefits
• Qualified non-profit for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• On the job training including paid professional development and career development
• Rewarding work environment with excellent opportunities for career growth
• Meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve
• Family-oriented environment
• Mileage reimbursement for travel

We are a diverse, inclusive and equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (40+), disability status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Turning Point of Central California, Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Turning Point of Central California, Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage.