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Direct Support Professional-Orangevale CA at Redwood Family Care Network

Redwood Family Care Network Citrus Heights, CA $17 - $19/hour

JOB DESCRIPTION

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Orangevale, CA Pay: $17.00-$19.00/hr Shifts: AM Status: Full-Time Location: Orangevale, CA Join a Team Making a Real Difference! Redwood Family Care Network is a leader in person-centered home and community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our mission is to provide world-class supports, advocacy, and life-enriching environments that help every individual thrive. We proudly maintain a ZERO tolerance stance on abuse and neglect and are fully committed to the health, safety, and dignity of the individuals we support. Full-Time Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Life, STD, and LTD insurance Hospital indemnity, critical illness & accident insurance HSA, Health Care FSA & Dependent Care FSA Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee discount program PTO (Paid Time Off) Dayforce Wallet Daily Pay 401(k) Pre-Tax & After-Tax Roth Tuition discount through Capella University Part-Time Benefits Sick Time EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Employee discount program Dayforce Wallet Daily Pay Tuition discount through Capella University All applicants must complete a background check. Conditional offers may be withdrawn if a conviction directly relates to the position. What You'll Do As a DSP, you will support individuals with developmental disabilities in achieving the highest possible quality of life. You will promote their safety, well-being, independence, and personal goals while serving as their advocate. Essential Responsibilities Follow and support daily routines according to each client's Individual Program Plan (IPP) Participate in developing and supporting IPP/ISP goals Maintain a clean, healthy, and safe living environment Facilitate social, recreational, and community activities Assist with personal care (grooming, toileting, dressing, hygiene) Prepare meals and assist with clean-up Transport clients using company vehicles as needed Report incidents and communicate daily with administrators Perform other duties as assigned Education & Experience Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent At least 1 year of personal or professional caregiving experience Preferred: experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities or mental health needs DSP Certificate (Year 1 & 2) and CPI training Preferred or willing to obtain within 6 months of hire First Aid/CPR Preferred or willing to obtain within 30 days Must be at least 21 years old Valid California Driver's License Must pass all pre-employment screenings Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions Remote Work: No - this is an in-person role. Ready to Apply? Visit our Careers page: () By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted to the Employer by SonicJobs. See Redwood Family Care Network Privacy Policy at and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at and Terms of Use at

$35k - $40k is right at market for Home Health and Personal Care Aides nationally

National salary averages
$35k - $40k
↑ 7% vs typical mid-level
Entry
Mid
Senior
This job
$26k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $44k

Pay increases slowly with experience in this field.

Raises may be modest; negotiate well upfront.

Hot hiring, constrained wages

Employers are hiring actively, but pay hasn't caught up with demand. Focus on competing offers and non-salary benefits.

Hiring leverage
Candidate-favored
Wage leverage âš  Disconnect
Limited
Mobility
High mobility
Durability
Somewhat fragile

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Senior candidates with options
Weaker for: Entry-level candidates, Career switchers

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Watch out for

Wage disconnect: Hiring is active but pay hasn't responded—negotiate on other terms.

Use competing offers and timing to your advantage.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
High turnover market

Many openings, but pay doesn't scale as much with experience.

+17%
10yr growth
765,800 openings projected annually—mostly replacing retirees and turnover.
Typical: High school diploma or equivalent

Good time to build expertise—demand will chase supply.

Labor data: BLS 2024