Be a part of our Mission! The Alpha Resource Center of Santa Barbara County empowers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to thrive and make meaningful impact. Through supportive services, community engagement, and enriching programs, we help families, build opportunities, and cultivate a welcoming sense of belonging.
Perks and Benefits!
Enjoy generous paid time off, including up to 15 vacation days, 10 sick days, and paid holidays!
Monday - Friday schedule
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
Retirement plan options with employer matching
Internal promotions and growth opportunities
Access to paid training and certifications
Meaningful work that positively impacts the community
Clear values and mission-driven organization
The Personal Care Assistant plays a crucial role in ensuring the well-being and safety of program participants by providing personal care, medication administration, and health-related support. This position promotes a positive and inclusive environment while maintaining high standards of care, safety, and compliance with health regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
-Personal care support: Assist participants with hygiene care, including toileting, diaper changes, feeding assistance, transfers, and medication administration.
-Health and safety compliance: Maintain appropriate health, safety, and licensing standards, reporting hazards or concerns to the Program Manager or Specialist.
-First aid and emergency response: Provide and document first aid as needed, respond to participant injuries, and coordinate emergency care when necessary.
-Participant well-being: Stay informed about participant healthcare plans, precautions, and interventions, ensuring their needs are met with dignity and respect.
-Training and support: Train new staff in safe toileting assistance, lift equipment use, and best practices in personal care, offering refresher training as needed.
-Adaptive feeding assistance: Support participants with eating, including tube feeding and other medication interventions as assigned.
-Collaboration and communication: Work closely with staff, families, and care providers to ensure seamless communication regarding participant health, illness, or injuries.
-Promoting independence: Encourage participants to engage in activities that foster self-awareness, independence, and personal growth.
Program development and team support: Contribute to program improvement by identifying training needs, fostering team morale, and supporting the mission of Alpha Resource Center of Santa Barbara.
-Additional responsibilities: Complete special projects, assist with scheduling, and perform other duties as assigned by the Case Manager.
Qualifications
-Strong organizational skills with the ability to adapt to diverse individuals and situations
-Personal vehicle with current insurance
-Certified in First Aid, CPR, seizure management, and universal precautions
-Fingerprint clearance (will be provided at no cost)
-Medical clearance, including a negative TB test (will be provided at no cost)
