Now Hiring: Spanish-Speaking DSP / Caregiver
CareMax Senior Solutions — Providing Non-Medical In-Home Care for Seniors and Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Help someone build confidence, stay engaged, and live more independently at home and in the community.
CareMax Senior Solutions is seeking a compassionate, dependable Spanish-speaking Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver to support an individual receiving Regional Center services.
This role is a good fit for someone who enjoys conversation, offers patient encouragement, and can bring structure and companionship to daily routines. We’re looking for someone who respects personal space while helping the individual feel supported, connected, and comfortable trying activities at their own pace.
Responsibilities
- Provide companionship and communicate clearly and respectfully in Spanish.
- Support daily routines using simple instructions, gentle reminders, and positive encouragement.
- Encourage participation in meaningful activities, household tasks, and community outings based on the individual’s interests and care plan.
- Adapt activities to the individual’s attention, preferences, and comfort level.
- Promote independence by encouraging the individual to do what they can for themselves.
- Offer calm reassurance and respect the individual’s need for personal space.
- Assist with meal preparation, light housekeeping, and other authorized non-medical support.
- Provide personal care assistance only as needed and outlined in the care plan.
- Provide transportation for appointments, errands, or community activities when included in the care plan and authorized by CareMax.
- Observe and promptly report changes in the individual’s condition or support needs.
- Follow assigned schedules and maintain accurate, timely documentation.
- Help maintain a safe, supportive home environment.
Qualifications
- Spanish-speaking ability required.
- Patient, compassionate, dependable, and respectful.
- Comfortable supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
- Strong listening skills and the ability to provide clear, simple guidance without being forceful or judgmental.
- Ability to build trust, maintain professional boundaries, and encourage independence.
- Previous DSP, caregiving, or Regional Center service experience preferred; CNA or Home Health Aide credentials are a plus.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to follow an individualized care plan and work independently.
- Reliable transportation, a valid California driver’s license, and current automobile insurance.
- Registered California Home Care Aide, or willingness to complete registration before client assignment.
- Ability to complete required background screening and DOJ Live Scan clearance.
- Current TB clearance and completion of required initial and ongoing training before client assignment.
- If transportation duties are assigned, complete CareMax’s driver approval process before transporting clients. This may include a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check and verification of a valid California driver’s license, current vehicle registration, automobile insurance, and other required transportation documentation.
Benefits and Perks
- Flexible work schedule
- Paid training
- Career growth and advancement opportunities within CareMax
- Mileage reimbursement for authorized business travel
- Access to voluntary health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans through InfinitiHR
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance are voluntary, employee-paid benefits. Employees may choose whether to enroll and are responsible for the applicable premiums. Eligibility, enrollment periods, coverage, costs, and plan terms are determined by InfinitiHR and the applicable benefit providers.
Our Mission
CareMax Senior Solutions’ mission is to remain the top choice for personal care assistance in the comfort of our clients’ homes by providing the highest level of professionalism and excellent care.
We carefully screen our care professionals to ensure they are dependable, competent, trustworthy, compassionate, friendly, and giving. Our priority is to remain true to our word by helping clients maintain their independence while receiving the quality care and support they deserve.
Our Philosophy
We believe every person deserves to feel safe, valued, and supported in their home and community. Whether someone needs assistance with personal care, daily routines, or developing everyday skills, CareMax works alongside clients and their families to provide personalized, non-medical support that respects each person’s privacy, choices, abilities, and independence.
Our Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals are essential to fulfilling this mission. Through companionship, patient encouragement, and reliable support, they help clients build confidence, participate in meaningful activities, and do more for themselves at their own pace.
If you are compassionate, dependable, speak Spanish, and enjoy helping others live more independently, we invite you to apply for our Caregiver / Direct Support Professional position.
Work schedule
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
- Other
