Direct Care Staff Job at Legacy Staffing Solutions, Inc., Bakersfield, CA

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  • Legacy Staffing Solutions, Inc.
  • Bakersfield, CA

Job Description

Job Title: Direct Care Staff

Location: Bakersfield, CA 93306

Employment Type: Full-Time/Temp-to-Hire

Pay: $17+ per hour (DOE)

Position Overview

Legacy Staffing is seeking compassionate and reliable Direct Care Staff on behalf of our client, a residential program serving individuals with mental health conditions. This role is essential for providing care, supervision, and support to residents, helping them develop life skills and maintain a safe, structured environment. The ideal candidate will have experience working with mentally ill populations and a strong commitment to client well-being.

Key Responsibilities

Care & Supervision:

  • Provide on-site monitoring and assistance to residents
  • Support individualized service plans and daily schedules
  • Supervise medication administration per physician instructions
  • Conduct room checks and light housekeeping
  • Ensure compliance with house rules and provide crisis intervention when needed

Group Activities:

  • Assist with organizing and supervising recreational, social, and cultural activities
  • Instruction: Model and teach daily living skills such as personal care, budgeting, shopping, and maintaining an orderly home environment

Transportation:

  • Provide transportation for group outings

Meetings & Reporting:

  • Participate in staff meetings and training sessions
  • Maintain client confidentiality and report unusual situations promptly

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Minimum 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Two years of experience providing services to mentally ill or similar populations
  • Valid California driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and clean driving record
  • Ability to pass health screening, TB test, and criminal background check
  • Strong communication skills and personal qualities of warmth, responsibility, and respect
  • ASL proficiency preferred but not required

Shifts Available

  • 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
  • 3:30 PM – 11:30 PM
  • 11:30 PM – 7:30 AM (fixed night shift)
  • Flexibility to rotate between morning and afternoon shifts preferred

If you are passionate about supporting individuals with mental health needs and creating a positive environment, we encourage you to apply. Legacy Staffing is proud to connect dedicated professionals with meaningful opportunities.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Shift work, Night shift, Day shift, Afternoon shift,

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