PLEASE NOTE: If you do not answer the questions associated with this job description, your application will not be considered.
The client is a female with a developmental disability and epilepsy. She and her family are looking for someone to support her at home and in the community (92626 area; this is an Orange County location, and local candidates are preferred, or you must be willing to travel); they are specifically looking for flexible & reliable staff, as well as serious candidates only. The client requires 24/7 support and supervision; this is a permanent (at least) 24 hour per week position, and additional hours may be available “on call” as needed. The hours for this shift are 6:00am to 2:00pm Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. You will be assisting the client with Activities of Daily Living and outings to lunch, local stores in the community, etc.
Due to the client’s disabilities, she receives funding from the Regional Center of Orange County (https://www.rcocdd.com/) to meet her needs and for this service and staff. She is part of the Self-Determination Program (https://www.rcocdd.com/client-services/self-determination/) which is why her family can select their own staff. Specifically, you will be hired through a Financial Management Service (FMS), SequoiaSD, as a W-2 employee paid hourly at a rate of up to $30.00 per hour; payment will be twice per month. You must be able to pass a LiveScan background check and have an acceptable driving record & insurance to qualify for this position, as well as reliable transportation to be able to drive S. as needed. The client/family will be your Employer of Record and who you will report on your taxes.
Please see below and attached to learn more about the client and determine if you are the person the client and her family need!
THE CLIENT IS:
· Someone who thrives on their staff engaging with them quickly and consistently.
· Upbeat, with a happy personality. Debbie Downers need not apply!
· Thoughtful
· Sweet
· Nice
· A great helper
· Polite
· Kind
· Sassy
· One of the funniest people in the world – but note, she is very literal, and it’s important that staff not joke around.
· Non-judgmental & loyal; she loves everybody.
YOU NEED TO:
· Be able to pass a LiveScan background check at your own expense & be willing and able to complete a phone interview.
· Be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
· Have your own, reliable, car & insurance, a clean driving record, and be able to drive the client into the community as needed.
· Have experience with, and passion for, the disabled community, including two or more years working with clients of the Regional Center and familiarity with taking clients into the local community.
· Be able to administer medication and complete daily documentation
· Be active, energetic, and fun! The client is fun and it will be better for both of you if you enjoy being with her.
· Be comfortable with providing hands-on assistance with showering and bathing.
· Be willing and able to intervene with challenging behaviors, including physical aggression, stomping, verbal aggression, etc.; you must have prior experience with deescalation and redirection of behaviors. Of note, the client does not respond well to Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) and similar interventions, like restraints, which need to be avoided at all times/costs.
· Be flexible and patient, while giving clear directions without being controlling. Staff will have an ABA guideline to follow for positive redirection & must be able to follow program policies & procedures.
· Be calm and don't raise your voice, while remaining consistent.
· Be reliable, emotionally & physically present, organized and prepared for each day. The family is depending on you to be available to work as scheduled.
· Be able to work as a team.
· Prioritize client safety and protection at all times.
· Know that the client's family is here to help you! To them, her developmental delay and epilepsy are different abilities, not disabilities. Please ask her family if you have questions or concerns; they love her just like she is, and they think you will too.
THE CLIENT NEEDS:
· Constant supervision, support, and redirection due to risk of challenging behaviors like physical aggression, stomping, verbal aggression, etc.
· Hands-on assistance with showering and bathing.
· Help to be safe in the community, i.e. someone close to her while walking.
· To follow a routine and her daily schedule specifically.
· Praise when she does well – always!
Pay: Up to $30.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- PLEASE NOTE: If you do not answer this question in its entirety, your application will not be considered. Why are you interested in this position? What experience do you have that makes you a good fit, keeping in mind that this position requires 2 years of experience with Regional Center clients?
- PLEASE NOTE: If you do not answer this question in its entirety, your application will not be considered. This is a permanent (at least) 24 hour per week position, and additional hours may be available “on call” as needed. The hours for this shift are 6:00am to 2:00pm Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Please confirm that you are able and willing to work these specific shifts.
- PLEASE NOTE: If you do not answer this question in its entirety, your application will not be considered. This position requires a phone interview. What is your availability for a phone interview?
Work Location: In person
