Easterseals Southern California·Burbank, California
Provide personal care and daily living support to adults with developmental disabilities in a residential setting. Assist with meal preparation, medication administration, and the implementation of Individual Program Plans to foster independence.
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Assist with meal prep, laundry and support of residents.
Attends to the personal care of adults with developmental disabilities living in a licensed residential home. Assists and participates in the planning, coordination and delivery of daily living activities; including outings, to facilitate development of living skills for the residents and help them achieve a higher level of independence.
Provides personal care for residents which may include assistance with eating, personal hygiene, showering, restroom assistance, and preparing for bedtime. Assists and/or prepares meals incompliance with dietary restrictions; assists individuals to eat, including those who may require assistance with G-tube feeding.
Assists in the administration and monitoring of medications.
Assists in care and cleaning of residential home, which includes housekeeping, & laundering of residents’ clothing.
Conducts daily activities to assist in the development of the residents’ living skills, consistent with their Individual Program Plan (IPP) and Individual Support Plan (ISP) goals. Provides continuous active treatment and engagement.
Completes all required reports and documentation on a daily basis. Attends all necessary staff meetings and completes all required mandatory trainings.
May use company provided vehicle to transport individuals to health care appointments and other various locations. Participates in recreational activities in a variety of settings.
Performs other duties as assigned
Typically requires High School Diploma, GED, or national equivalent.
DSP-I and DSP-II Certification required or must be attained within first year of hire or first year in position.
Must possess and maintain valid CPR, CPI and First Aid Certifications.
Occasional / 0-50 lbs.
Occasional / Up to 3 hours per day.
Occasional / Up to 4 hours per day.
Occasional / Up to 3 hours per day.
Repetitive
Motion/Activity: Keyboard activity, telephone use, writing.
Visual
Acuity: Ability to view computer monitor and read newsprint.
Requires up to 20% local travel.
Environmental
Exposure: Regular exposure to unpleasant or hazardous working conditions (noise, heat, dust, bodily fluids, etc.) more than 50% of work time.
Requires a High School Diploma or GED and 1-2 years of experience in a licensed residential setting with medically fragile adults. Must obtain DSP-I and DSP-II certifications and maintain valid CPR, CPI, and First Aid certifications.
Market context
In California, DSP roles for medically fragile adults are typically sought by employers that need dependable direct support in licensed residential settings. These positions are competitive because they often require prior hands-on experience, active CPR, CPI, and First Aid credentials, and completion of DSP-I and DSP-II certifications. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your experience in residential care and your certification status before applying.
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