Direct Support Staff - Developmental Disabilities

Job overview

The Direct Support Staff role is onsite in Santa Clarita, CA. Compensation is not specified. ABILITY FAMILY SERVICES supports individuals through program-based assistance and community and vocational activities. The role helps individuals build independence and skills, participate in daily and community activities, and work toward personal goals and IPP objectives. Staff document progress, follow program procedures, and communicate needs or concerns to supervisors.

What you'll do

• Assist with daily tasks, limited feeding and toileting needs, hygiene, light cleaning, and other daily activities
• assess vocational, social, communication, and independent living skills
• support personal goals and self-advocacy
• help modify volunteer or employment activities
• prepare shift summaries and weekly schedules
• implement curriculum and one-on-one learning experiences
• maintain progress data
• participate in assessments and planning
• report concerns to supervisors
• complete required training and certifications.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support staff

developmental disabilities

santa clarita ca

ability family services

daily living support

community participation

vocational activities

individualized program objectives

high school diploma

six months experience

first aid

cpr

california driver's license

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least six months of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities.

About the employer

ABILITY FAMILY SERVICES LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.