Behavior Respite Caregiver / Direct Support Professional (DSP)
RBTs Preferred
Location: Hayward, CA (Services are provided in the participant's home and community outings.)
Compensation
· $35.00/hour during the first 3 months
· Opportunity for an increase to $40.00/hour based on performance, reliability, and overall job performance
· Mileage reimbursement provided when using your personal vehicle for community outings
About the Participant
You will be supporting a 24-year-old woman with an intellectual disability who benefits from consistent routines, positive behavior support, and engaging community activities. She enjoys dancing, music, library visits, shopping, and spending time in the community. The goal is to help her build independence, increase community participation, participate in meaningful daily activities, and maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment.
We are currently hiring a compassionate and dependable Behavior Respite Caregiver / Direct Support Professional (DSP)/ RBT to provide individualized support in her home .
Schedule
Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Responsibilities
· Assist with morning wake-up routine
· Assist with showering, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene
· Provide toileting assistance as needed
· Assist with giving and supervising breakfast
· Implement individualized behavior support strategies and follow behavior plans
· Promote independence with daily living skills
· Maintain a calm, structured, and positive morning routine
Documentation & Data Collection
· Collect behavior data as directed by the supervising BCBA
· Record objective session notes after each shift
· Track progress toward individualized goals and daily activities
· Document participant engagement during home routines and community outings
· Record behavioral observations and interventions used during each shift
· Communicate significant observations or concerns with the supervising BCBA and family
· Complete all required documentation accurately and on time
Minimum Qualifications
· Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification is required
· Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) preferred
· Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles and positive behavior support
· Comfortable providing personal care, including toileting assistance
· Excellent communication and documentation skills
· Valid California driver's license with a clean driving record
· Reliable personal vehicle with current automobile insurance
· Comfortable transporting the participant to community activities
· CPR/First Aid certification preferred
· Ability to pass a background check
Ideal Candidate
· Compassionate, patient, and dependable
· Calm and confident in supporting behavioral needs
· Organized and detail-oriented with documentation
· Energetic and enjoy community outings and recreational activities
· Able to work independently while collaborating with the family and supervising BCBA
· Interested in building a long-term working relationship
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a young woman's life by helping her develop independence, participate in her community, and enjoy activities she loves. We are looking for someone who values consistency, professionalism, and building a positive, trusting relationship with the participant and her family.
If you are a dedicated Behavior Respite Caregiver / Direct Support Professional (DSP)/RBT looking for a rewarding position where you can make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.
To Apply
Please submit your resume, your active RBT certification number, a summary of your experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, we look forward to hearing from you!
Pay: From $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
