Direct Support Professional (DSP)
STAR, Inc.
- Torrance | California
About Role
Posted On:
February 05, 2024
Job Type:
hourly
Experience:
1-3 Years
Payment Type:
Hourly
Salary
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Schedule
Full-and-Part-Time
About Company
STAR, Inc. provides care and housing for intellectually and developmentally disabled adults.
Job Description
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP)
STAR, Inc. has been servicing the Torrance, CA area since 1974, with five homes caring for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
We are looking for individuals that are passionate about caring for others. Our Staff and clients are treated with the utmost respect and dignity. Our organization's goal is to assist clients in reaching their highest level of independence and personal growth in a caring, fun, and constructive environment.
Starting Salary is $18.00 per hour
Annual bonus potential
Flexible work schedules on a full time and part time basis.
Meals are included during your working hours
Paid vacation and sick pay
Retirement plan, 401K with matching
Holiday overtime pay
Payroll with direct deposit option
Discount programs, health & wellness, and Employee assistance programs.
Qualifications:
Direct Support Professional (DSP) Year 1 and Year 2 certifications (preferred)
if not already certified, must complete Year 1 training within first year and Year 2 training within 2nd year of employment (required)
CPR Certification (preferred but can be completed after employment)
Clearances: TB test and health screening, LiveScan and criminal background clearance are all required. (Company will assist with clearances if needed)
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in written form
Ability to respect confidentiality of all clients, staff, and facility records
Valid driver’s license REQUIRED, you will use company vans to drive clients to appointments, day programs, and scheduled activities.
Ability to organize workload and provide excellent service and care.
Facility Locations: Torrance, CA, zip codes 90505 and 90503
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
- Holiday pay when holidays are worked
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Rotating weekends
Experience:
- Direct Support Professional: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- California Driver's License and good driving record (Required)
- Direct Support Professional Year 1 credential (Preferred)
- Direct Support Professional Year 2 credential (Preferred)
- Administrator Certificate (Preferred)
Work Location: In person