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PAI Santa Maria

CompanyPEOPLE CREATING SUCCESS
LocationSanta Maria
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 29, 2026
About The Company
People Creating Success, Inc. provides an array of services to people with developmental disabilities throughout the state of California. Through the use of Person Centered Planning and our firm dedication to inclusion, PCS works with the person served and their circle of support to empower meaningful lives and caring environments.
About the Role





Direct Support Professional / Personal Attendant For Adults with Developmental Disabilities - Santa Maria


Are you looking for a job that values people and connection? 


Are you a person that thrives with genuine relationships? Are you a homebody looking for a job that's all about being a cheerleader and empowering the lives of others? 


Sounds like you?


Come join us at People Creating Success and explore communities, enrich passions and be a positive impact in other people’s lives as a Direct Support Professional in our supported living & independent living service programs!


Employment Information

  • Location: Santa Maria

  • Part-Time: $20.25 / hour

  • Mileage reimbursement

  • $10/month cell phone stipend

  • Tuesdays, Fridays, & Weekends (Flexible)


Benefits

  • Health care benefits and PTO available if you transition to full time employment

  • Discounts on Pet Insurance 

  • Cal-Savers retirement plan

  • $500 Sign On Bonus (In 2 installments, $250 upon completion of 30 days & 90 days after your first official in person non-training shift)


Your Responsibilities 

  • Support participants with daily living skills such as cleaning, cooking, and budgeting

  • Encourage and model independence, hobbies, and social activities

  • Assist participants access and participate in community activities

  • Assist with personal care such as medication support, hygiene and bathing (lifting / transferring may be required) 

  • Collaborate Person-Centered Care planning with participant

  • Record progress of care plan


Who We’re Looking For

  • Someone who is compassionate with a person-centered mindset

  • Someone who is capable of communication with dignity and respect, especially during challenging moments

  • A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

  • Responsible, and can assist in goal progress tracking

  • CPR / First Aid certification (Training will be provided if you’re not certified or need to be recertified) 

  • Weekend Availability (Is a plus but not required)


Candidate Expectations of Development 

  • Behavior Support & De-escalation: Support individuals through heightened emotional responses, complex behaviors, and sensory overload using proactive redirection and calming techniques.

  • Emotional Regulation: Recognize early signs of stress or escalation and guide individuals through personalized self-regulation strategies.

  • Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate, timely, and detailed shift logs and progress notes.


Are You Passionate About Community Integration and Making a Meaningful Daily Impact?


Become a part of our team! Dedicated to improving and changing lives one step at a time. 


Who We Are

 People Creating Success (PCS) is a Californian leader in providing services for adults with developmental disabilities for over 20 years. Our mission is to give individuals with developmental disabilities the opportunity to participate in career, educational, and life goals that most adults pursue. 



If you’re looking for a meaningful active career that connects you to your community, join us today!


https://www.pcs-services.org/


Key Skills
Direct supportPersonal careMedication supportBehavior supportDe-escalationEmotional regulationDocumentationReportingPerson-centered careCommunity integrationDaily living skillsGoal progress trackingCPRFirst aid
Categories
Social ServicesHealthcare
Benefits
Mileage reimbursementCell phone stipendHealth care benefitsPaid time offPet insurance discountsCal-Savers retirement planSign on bonus
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Direct Support Professional assists participants with daily living skills, personal care, and community integration. They are also responsible for documenting progress and collaborating on person-centered care planning.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
33
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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