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Direct Support Professional-March 2024
Bakersfield
Mar 28, 2026
About Direct Support Professional

  California MENTOR, a member of the Sevita family, provides services for adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities and other complex challenges, including autism spectrum disorders.

  Direct Support Professional

  Would you like to make a positive difference in the lives of others? Join our mission. Based in community settings, and working closely with our clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans, DSPs provide assistance and strategies to the individuals we serve to live as independently as possible.

  Provide transportation and support out in the community one-on-one with an adult with intellectual or developmental disabilities: outings/field trips, movies and eating out, shopping, and other creative ideas for activities while working on developmental goals

  Assist with daily living skills including meal preparation and assist with medication administration (as needed)

  Provide guidance on a range of developmental goals from community participation, household budgeting, exercise, nutrition, and supporting vocational responsibilities

  Support persons served with living skills such as personal hygiene, grooming, and/or bathing and toileting (as needed)

  Assist individuals we serve to redirect agitated or aggressive behaviors (we provide training)

  Qualifications:

  High School Diploma or GED

  Must be minimum of 18 years of age

  One year of experience directly with individuals who have intellectual or developmental disabilities (preferred)

  Valid CA driver’s license in good standing

  Regular access to a reliable vehicle with proof of valid registration and insurance required for some programs

  Successful clearance of background checks

  A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach and a commitment to quality in everything you do

  Why Join Us?

  Part-time and Full-time schedules available.

  Variety of company perks for all employees including discounts on monthly cell phone bill, to major attractions and theme parks, discounts on movie tickets and a bunch of other fun things

  Dayforce Wallet - get paid for the hours you work right away without waiting for payday!

  Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers.

  Enjoy job security with nationwide career develop ment and advancement opportunities - you can make a career here!

  We have meaningful, energizing, and rewarding work for you – come join our team – Apply Today!

  Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve.

  Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

  The Mentor Network is pleased to be an equal employment employer Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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