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Direct Support Professional I (DSP I) Jobs in Los Angeles, CA at Momentum
Title: Direct Support Professional I (DSP I)
Company: Momentum
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Up tp $500 Sign On Bonus!*
Schedule Available:
10:00 PM to 6:00 AM, Friday – Tuesday
Momentum is hiring a Direct Support Professional I (DSP I) to provide support to adults with disabilities. As a Direct Support Professional I (DSP I), 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 I Essential Responsibilities:
Provides assistance with daily living skills in accordance with the persons supported schedule and Individual Service Plan (ISP)
Assists with daily needs/tasks within persons supported home
Prompts and provides assistance with medication management, as needed
Assists persons supported in all aspects of personal care, including hygiene
Assists persons supported in weight bearing and non-weight bearing transfers, as needed
Complies with all Momentum policies, procedures, and regulations
Performs other duties as assigned to meet departments and/or business needs
DSP I Qualifications:
Must be 18 years of age or older
Valid and current proof of legal right to drive in California; 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.
