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Safe Hands Respite Care Agency Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Diamond Bar, California

This position is for the location of Diamond Bar, Pomona, West Covina, Arcadia, Alhambra, Azusa, Claremont, Baldwin Park, City of Industry, Covina, El Monte, Hacienda Heights, Duarte and Glendora.

About Us: Safe Hands Respite Care Agency provides compassionate, professional in-home respite care services. We are committed to enhancing the lives of individuals by offering quality care tailored to their unique needs.

Job Description: We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professional to provide essential support to individuals in their homes. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting residents with daily living activities while ensuring their comfort, dignity, and safety. This role requires a strong understanding of resident rights and the ability to follow care plans effectively. The DSP Worker will be responsible for ensuring that clients feel comfortable and safe while receiving the necessary support. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will provide non-medical respite care services to individuals in the comfort of their homes.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience as a caregiver or in a related field (preferred but not required)
  • Compassionate, patient, and dependable
  • Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
  • Reliable transportation to client homes
  • CPR/First Aid certification (preferred, or willing to obtain)

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist residents with personal hygiene, grooming, and dressing.
  • Support daily living activities such as meal preparation, feeding, and mobility assistance
  • Have experience or be willing to work with children that have development disabilities
  • Be social - interact 1-on-1 with a child while parent takes a break
  • Implement care plans tailored to individual resident needs
  • Help with mobility, transfers, and positioning
  • Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect resident privacy
  • Engage residents in social activities and promote their emotional well-being
  • Provide first aid as necessary in accordance with training and protocols

If you are passionate about providing quality care and making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this fulfilling role as a Direct Support Professional.

Job Types: Part-time

Pay: From $16.50 per hour

Expected hours: 10 - 80 hours per month

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Evening shift

Experience:

  • Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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