Why work for us? Simple – We love what we do!
Ready to make a difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD)?
At Lifehouse’s we focus on helping each person we support have the opportunity to lead a full life in their community.
Our employees teach valuable daily life skills to people in the Prader Willi Syndrome (PWS) living in their own homes. They create and maintain a safe, and life-enhancing environment for adults with PWS, a serious genetic disorder with unique neurological, physical, behavioral, and psychological characteristics helping them live full lives.
What you will be doing:
- Provide training and assistance to the people you support so that they achieve their personal goals and those identified in their person-centered plans.
- Teach independent living skills such as household tasks, money management, life skills and assistance with personal hygiene and care activities daily.
- Support community integration and development of social skills through recreational and community engagement activities.
- Monitor medication and accompany the people you support to medical appointments.
- Ensure dietary management by maintaining food security and implementing individual menu plans as established by a dietician and maintain weight records.
- Participate in the programmatic routine of physical activity designed to strengthen bones, increase muscle mass, and improve overall body composition.
- Contribute to the development and documentation of behavior support plans.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and third-party agencies.
- Participate in team meetings and training as well as agency-wide training opportunities.
Why you should apply:
- You will make a difference and have fun while you work.
- You will be part of a great team working towards integration and changing the perception of people with developmental disabilities in the community.
- Competitive pay, starting at $26/hr.
- Outstanding benefits, including medial, employer-funded HRA, dental, vision, Life, LTD, EAP, FSA, retirement with employer match, pet insurance, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
What you will bring:
- Friendly, helpful attitude, willing to go the extra mile.
- Experience working with individuals with I/DD - or other experience you find would be helpful for this position.
- CA driver's license and a clean driving record.
- Ability to pass LiveScan fingerprint clearance.
- Ability to lift 50lbs.
- A positive outlook and the urge to make a difference.
- Prior experience with PWS strongly preferred, but not required
- Prior experience working as a DSP, CNA, or similar role in a related field
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time; Primarily roughly 3pm-10pm shifts, and flexible weekend availability.
Pay: $26.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
License/Certification:
- Driver's License plus 2 years driving experience (Required)
Lifehouse is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $26.00 per hour