Direct Support Professional I / Caregiver

Easter Seals Blake Foundation • Phoenix, AZ

just now • Hybrid

About The Position

Easterseals Blake Foundation is celebrating 75 years of continued service in Arizona. We have expanded our services to better serve our community members. We are now one of Arizona's top providers of comprehensive behavioral health services, child welfare, and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We serve more than 40,000 individuals and families across 10 counties in Arizona. Are you ready to make profound, positive differences in people's lives every day?

General Position Description: Provides supports and assists to individuals with intellectual, physical and/or developmental disabilities to live as independently as possible.

Requirements

• Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Three (3) months of caregiving experience preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Current, unrestricted drivers with no more than two (2) minor moving violations or one (1) accident within the past three (3 years). Three (3) years of driving experience required.
• Transportation for daily visits, to attend trainings, and perform other work-related activities. Organizational vehicles may not be available at all times.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check prior to employment and regular checks for the duration of the employment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an AZ DPS Level 1 fingerprint clearance card (paid by organization).
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR, First Aid, Article IX, and Prevention & Supports certification (paid training).
• This position requires that employees remain awake during working hours.
• Able to establish and maintain team atmosphere of communication and collaboration for with team and members.
• Must be self-directed and be sensitive to cultural and linguistic diversity.
• Excellent customer service in stressful situations.
• Maintains a professional in appearance, communications, and actions.
• Must be able to direct and assist members for their safety.
• Basic knowledge of principles and practices of self-determination and individualized support.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
• Able to remain calm in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Assists individuals with personal care and hygiene needs. This includes assistance in the restroom, assistance with eating, and moving, carrying, and lifting (using one-person, two-person, and mechanical lift transfers).
• Performs housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, cooking, laundering, making beds, yard work, and other household chores or tasks.
• Provides transportation and support out in the community to our members for outings/field trips, medical appointments, and shopping.
• Provides guidance on community participation, household budgeting, exercise, nutrition, and supports vocational responsibilities.
• Administers medications and/or assists members in the self-administration of medication including non-prescription and prescription as prescribed by licensed medical specialists.
• Keeps individual file on each person up-to-date. Reads and follows members individual support plan (ISP).
• Reports incidents to appropriate staff and assists in the completion of incident forms.
• Assesses and provides behavior/physical management techniques in crisis situation and attains assistance if needed. Perform standard First Aid and Perform Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) if needed.
• Job Coach/Direct Support Professional: Provides on-the-job training tailored to the needs of the member and supports them to adjust to their chosen work environment. Discovers member’s motivation and helps develop their skills. Presents and teaches job searching skills and techniques. Counsels members on fine-tuning work habits/skills in preparation for competitive employment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 403b and a 50% employer match up to 3%
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Life insurance
• Voluntary Short-term Disability insurance
• Critical Illness insurance
• Accident insurance
• Employer paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED