Employment Opportunities with Dr. Wayne C. Downey, SLS

  • Job Overview
    This position consists of working with a person who has an impairment related disability (essentially functioning as a pair of hands for someone who has limited use of his own), who is also the owner/operator of this Supportive Living Service Agency, Dr. Wayne C. Downey, SLS. Under supervised direction and guidance, Direct Support Professionals will enable Dr. Downey to live independently with daily living tasks, function in the workforce, run his self-care business, as well as aid him in the care of his service animal, Fuchsia III. It is important that Direct Support Professionals are willing to work as a team with other staff, be open to new ideas, and extremely flexible.

    Work Location: In-Person (Santa Rosa, CA)

    Responsibilities

    You will need to utilize skills of assistance and acceptance of task delegation, while at times acting as Dr. Downey’s “hands”, and other times completing tasks independently. Responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):

    • Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), includes all Personal Care tasks

    • Shopping

    • Document Maintenance

    • Meal Prepping and Feeding

    • Transportation

    • All Service Animal Related Tasks (Fuchsia III)

    • Assisting Dr. Downey with ADLs in Public Spaces, Professional Events, etc.

    Skills

    • Experience in healthcare care or caregiving roles is REQUIRED.

    • Experience driving large vehicles or wheelchair converted vans is highly desirable.

    • Knowledge of patient observation techniques to monitor health status effectively.

    • Ability to perform ADLs in a compassionate manner.

    • Strong communication skills.

    • Attention to detail in maintaining cleanliness and organization within the living/office space.

    • A positive, low-key attitude and a genuine desire to help others lead fulfilling lives.

    Job Requirements

    • Care Providing Experience

    • Valid CA Driver's License, Insurance, and clean Driving Record

    • Flexibility of Availability for any Shift, regardless of Weekends or Holidays: AM (8:00am-2pm), MID (2:00pm-8:00pm), PM (8:00pm-8:00am)

    • Ability to pass Background Check and Fingerprinting

    • No Smokers (due to Wayne’s medical conditions)

    Work Hours

    Since this is a 24-hour business, Direct Support Professionals must be willing to work the following shifts, regardless of Weekends or Holidays: AM (8:00am-2pm), MID (2:00pm-8:00pm), PM (8:00pm-8:00am)

    Pay Rate starts at $20.00/hr or more, depending on experience.

  • Job Overview
    As a Driver, you are agreeing to assist Dr. Wayne Downey with transportation to any and all personal/Santa Rosa Junior College related tasks or events. This includes, but is not limited to: Employment, Appointments, Meetings, etc.

    Work Location: In-Person (Santa Rosa, CA)

    Responsibilities

    You will need to utilize skills of assistance and acceptance of task delegation, while at times acting as Dr. Downey’s “hands”, and other times completing tasks independently. Other responsibilities outside of driving may include (but are not limited to):

    • Assisting Dr. Downey with ADLs in Public Spaces, Professional Events, etc.

    • Shopping

    • Document Maintenance

    • Meal Feeding

    • All Service Animal Related Tasks (Fuchsia III)

    Skills

    • Experience driving large[r] vehicles is highly desirable but not required.

    • Confidence to drive a large van, both in open and confined spaces.

    • Strong listening and communication skills.

    • Attention to detail.

    • A positive, low-key attitude and a genuine desire to help others lead fulfilling lives.

    Job Requirements

    • Valid CA Driver's License

    • Valid CA Auto Insurance

    • Clean Driving Record (no previous DUI/DWIs or accidents)

    • Ability to pass Background Check and Fingerprinting

    • No Smokers (due to Wayne’s medical conditions)

    Work Hours

    Work hours are flexible and dependent on Dr. Downey’s needs.

    Pay Rate starts at $20.00/hr or more, depending on experience.

  • Job Overview
    As a Teaching Assistant, you are agreeing to assist Dr. Wayne Downey with any and all Santa Rosa Junior College related tasks or events. This includes, but is not limited to: Emails, Communication with colleagues and students, Creation and Maintenance of classes (both online and face-to-face), Scheduling Appointments/Meetings, etc.

    Work Location: Hybrid (Santa Rosa, CA)

    Responsibilities

    You will need to utilize skills of assistance and acceptance of task delegation, while at times acting as Dr. Downey’s “hands”, and other times completing tasks independently. Responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):

    • Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), includes all Personal Care tasks

    • Shopping

    • Document Maintenance

    • Meal Prepping and Feeding

    • Transportation

    • All Service Animal Related Tasks (Fuchsia III)

    • Assisting Dr. Downey with ADLs in Public Spaces, Professional Events, etc.

    Skills

    • Experience in education, previous teaching experience, or a current college student is highly desirable.

    • Knowledge of educational techniques and/or software management systems.

    • Ability type and spell correctly.

    • Strong communication skills.

    • Attention to detail.

    • A positive, low-key attitude and a genuine desire to help others lead fulfilling lives.

    Job Requirements

    • Valid CA Driver's License

    • Flexibility of Availability for any Shift

    • Ability to pass Background Check and Fingerprinting

    • No Smokers (due to Wayne’s medical conditions)

    Work Hours

    Work hours are flexible and dependent on Dr. Downey’s needs.

    Pay Rate starts at $20.00/hr or more, depending on experience.

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