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Direct Support Professionals (DSP)-Bakersfield

  2026-01-13     Redwood     Lamont,CA  
Description:

NOW HIRING: Direct Support Professionals (DSP)

Location: Bakersfield, CA

Pay: $16.90-$18.00/hr Depending on Location and Certification

Shifts: AM /PM/NOC

Job Type: Full-Time & Part-Time

Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day

Redwood Family Care Network is hiring compassionate, dedicated Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. If you're passionate about helping others live fulfilling, safe, and empowered lives, we want you on our team!

We proudly maintain a ZERO tolerance stance on abuse and neglect-safety, dignity, and respect always come first.

Full-Time Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
  • HSA, Health Care FSA & Dependent Care FSA
  • PTO (Paid Time Off)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Daily Pay via Dayforce Wallet
  • Pre-Tax 401(k) & After-Tax Roth
  • Tuition Discounts through Capella University
Part-Time Benefits
  • Sick Time
  • EAP
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Daily Pay
  • Tuition Discounts
What You'll Do

As a Direct Support Professional , you will support individuals with developmental disabilities in living meaningful, independent, and safe lives. You will promote personal growth, protect well-being, and serve as a trusted advocate.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support daily routines as outlined in each client's IPP/ISP
  • Assist residents with personal goals, social engagement, and community activities
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment
  • Assist with personal care (grooming, hygiene, dressing, bathroom needs)
  • Prepare meals and assist with clean-up
  • Transport clients to/from activities, homes, or appointments as needed
  • Report incidents and communicate daily with supervisors
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Education & Experience

Required
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 1 year of professional or personal caregiving experience
  • 21 years of age or older
  • Valid California Driver's License
  • Ability to pass all pre-employment checks (background, physical, etc.)
Preferred (or willing to obtain)
  • DSP Year 1 & Year 2
  • CPI (within 6 months)
  • CPR/First Aid (within 30 days)
  • Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities or mental health needs
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions

Work Location

On-site - not remote
Multiple locations throughout Bakersfield

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