Direct Support Professional/RBT - Whittier, CA
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About the job
Direct Support Professional/RBT - Whittier, CA
Job Title : Direct Support Professional/RBTHourly Rate : $21 - $29 (depending on certifications held)Shifts Needed : AM 6a-2p Thurs -Sun; PM 2p-10p Wed-Sat;Job Status : Full TimeWork Locations : Whittier, CA
*DSP I & DSP II certifications preferred*
Redwood Family Care Network is an innovative leader in delivering person-centered home and community-based services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our Mission is to provide World Class person-centered services, supports and advocacy for individuals in positive and life-enriching environments.
Our employees share their passion to make a positive impact in the lives of others. We are looking for individuals who share our Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
Here's What You'll Do:
The Direct Support Professional supports individuals with developmental disabilities by promoting their health, safety and well-being. Our Direct Support Professionals proudly serve as an advocate to improve the overall quality of life for our clients.
Essential Functions
Outline and prepare daily routine(s) for clients' (visual and active) as written in Individual Program Plan.
Assist clients with bathroom needs.
Change clients' undergarments and/or clothing if needed.
Prepare daily meals and assist with clean-up.
Pick-up/drop-off clients in company vans from/to their home/facility (if necessary).
Education and Experience
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid, CPI, and MUST have DSP 1 & DSP 2.
RBT needs to be completed within 6 months of hire. Training, classes, and support to achieve certification is available to motivated staff (fast-track also available)
Minimum Experience: 1 year of professional or personal experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities (e.g. Autism) or mental illnesses (e.g. Bipolar) with challenging behaviors strongly preferred
Minimum Driving Experience: Must have a valid in-state driver’s license, be over 21, provide current registration and insurance, and have a driving record with no more than 2 points within the last 3 years.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Able to work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
Benefits: Full-Time
Comprehensive benefits options, including medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident insurance
HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA
EAP (Employee assistance program)
Employee discount program
PTO (Paid time off)
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Pre-Tax 401(k)
After-Tax Roth
Tuition discount through Capella University
Benefits: Part-Time
Sick Time
EAP (Employee assistance program)
Employee discount program
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Redwood Family Care Network takes a ZERO tolerance stance on abuse and neglect. Any allegations will be reported to the proper authorities. We are committed to the Health and Safety of the individuals we support.
All applicants are subject to a background check. Once a conditional offer is made and a background check has been completed, if Redwood Family Care Network is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, we reserve the right to withdraw the offer of employment.
Work Remotely: No
Careers website: https://www.redwoodfcn.com/careers/
From Redwood Family Care Network's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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