Momentum Innovative Disability Services Montclair , CA 91763
Posted 2 months ago
Up to $500 Sign On Bonus!*
Schedule Available:
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday
Must be available to work weekends and on-call as needed
Momentum is hiring a Direct Support Professional II (DSP II) to provide support to adults with disabilities. As a Direct Support Professional II (DSP II), you will be responsible for the implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISP) that will lead to or continue to promote independence and personal skills, well assisting in providing a safe and secure home environment for persons supported in Momentum's Independent and Community Living Services program.
Benefits (Full-time):
$500.00 Sign on Bonus*
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Life Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation/Sick/Bereavement leave
Credit Union Benefits and Discounts
$750.00 Referral Bonus Program
Retirement Plan (403B)
DSP II Essential Responsibilities:
Provides individualized coaching in daily living skills
Assists with daily needs/tasks within persons supported home
Provides education and support in the use of community resources
Maintains accurate and current records in individuals' communication logs regarding information relevant to Individual Service Plans (ISP)
Supports and assists persons supported in following their daily activity schedule including household meal preparation, maintaining sanitary and orderly conditions in their home, other household tasks, budgeting, ledgers, and transportation, as necessary
Prompts and assists persons supported in medication management
Teaches adaptive living skills and monitors the extent to which they are followed
Assists participants in all aspects of personal care, including hygiene and medical/dental appointments
Assists individuals in attending social activities to further social skills
Trains program participants to access public transportation and assist persons supported in accessing benefits such as Social Security, SSI, IHSS and Section 8 housing
Assists persons supported in weight bearing and non-weight bearing transfers
DSP II Qualifications:
Must be 18 years of age or older
Current and valid California driver license, liability insurance, and reliable means of transportation; required
High school diploma or equivalent; required
Must have reliable phone/access to phone (monthly stipend)
Minimum of one (1) year experience working with people with developmental and/or other disabilities; preferred
Must be able to read, write, comprehend, and communicate effectively in English
Successfully pass all post-offer, pre-employment screening requirements, including criminal background check, drug screening, and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States
Ability to run, push, pull, bend, squat, kneel, lift up to 50 lbs., and transfer individuals
Use of personal vehicle for assignments throughout service areas not normally assigned; highly preferred
Must be available to travel throughout Los Angeles and Orange Counties, as needed (mileage reimbursed)
Onetime Sign on Bonus will be paid in two payments. First payment will be made after 90 days of active employment and second payment will be made after 6 months to active employees in good standing.
With 40 programs and service sites spanning several counties, Momentum is the largest nonprofit provider of direct support for individuals with disabilities in Southern California.
Momentum is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates. Momentum also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment pursuant to California Law and, if applicable, the L.A. Fair Chance Ordinance.
JOB CODE: 3030-3064 Direct Support Professional Glendale
Momentum Innovative Disability Services