Personal Attendant

Job Details: Job Location: SLS San Jose

• San Jose, CA, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Salary Range: $20.00 - $25.00Hourly, Job Shift: Any, At Summit Therapeutic Services, we strive to bring our best selves to our clients, our team, and our community. Our mission is to support those in need and empower individuals facing life's challenges. Through our specialized training model, our experienced and educated team delivers effective behavioral services for people of all ages with Developmental Disabilities and Mental Health Disorders. We believe that providing care in natural, everyday settings fosters independence, lasting stability, and real growth. Ultimately, we know that true progress happens when we connect with the world around us and find strength from within. Summary Are you passionate about helping people? We are looking for motivated people to bring lots of positive energy to our Supported Living Program. We offer 24 hour care and supervision to adults with ID, Autism and mild mental health diagnoses. Our shifts consist of helping our consumers with living their BEST lives, as independent as possible in their community, with lots of positive reinforcement. Weekend availability a PLUS!!!!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Assist/support with all areas of daily living- self-care hygiene, laundry, light housekeeping, etc. Modeling and encouraging our participants to engage in positive life experiences and promote socialization. Assist participants with meal prep and developing a sense of simple cooking skills and making healthy choices.

Maintain a clean, sanitary environment. Assisting with monthly budgeting needs Encourage positive therapeutic activities, such as physical exercises, occupational arts and crafts, and recreational games. Observes and documents all data pertaining to meeting their IPP goals. Providing transportation to/from all health, dental and psychiatric appointments.

Help with the self-administration of medications as prescribed by Physician and/or Primary Care.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Minimum of 6 months of experience providing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities Current CPR and First Aid certification Ability to communicate effectively with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families, and other care team members Reliable transportation Ability to work independently and as part of a team Flexibility and adaptability to changing situations and priorities We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages and opportunities for growth and advancement within our organization.

If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.