Direct Support Professional I / Caregiver DAY Program (Bonus $300)

Easter Seals Blake Foundation•Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Easterseals Blake Foundation is seeking a Direct Support Professional I / Caregiver to support individuals with intellectual, physical, and/or developmental disabilities in living as independently as possible. The role provides personal care, household assistance, transportation, community support, medication assistance, and guidance with daily living and vocational responsibilities. The position may work in a home, day program, or group home and may involve visits to different locations.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must have a current, unrestricted driver’s license with no more than two minor moving violations or one accident within the past three years.
Three years of driving experience required.
Must pass a criminal background check before employment and regular checks throughout employment.
Must be able to obtain and maintain an Arizona DPS Level 1 fingerprint clearance card.
Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR, First Aid, Article IX, and Prevention & Supports certifications.
Must remain awake during working hours.
Able to establish and maintain a collaborative team atmosphere with staff and members.
Self-directed and sensitive to cultural and linguistic diversity.
Able to provide excellent customer service in stressful situations and maintain professional appearance, communication, and conduct.
Able to direct and assist members to support their safety.
Basic knowledge of self-determination and individualized support principles and practices.
Able to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions and remain calm in emergencies.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds, communicate with members and emergency personnel, and perform the physical activities described for the role, with or without accommodation.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Three months of caregiving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist individuals with personal care and hygiene, including restroom use, eating, and transfers involving one-person, two-person, or mechanical lifts.
Perform household tasks such as cleaning, cooking, laundering, making beds, yard work, and other chores.
Transport and support members during community outings, field trips, medical appointments, and shopping.
Guide members in community participation, household budgeting, exercise, nutrition, and vocational responsibilities.
Administer medications or assist members with self-administration of prescribed and non-prescription medications as directed by licensed medical specialists.
Maintain up-to-date individual files and read and follow each member’s Individual Support Plan (ISP).
Report incidents to appropriate staff and assist with completing incident forms.
Assess and use behavior or physical management techniques during crises, obtain assistance when needed, and perform First Aid and CPR if needed.
Provide on-the-job training tailored to members’ needs and help them adjust to their chosen work environment.
Identify members’ motivations and help them develop skills, learn job-search techniques, and improve work habits and skills for competitive employment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
403(b) plan with 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 and long-term disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Hiring bonus of $300 for full-time hires or $150 for part-time hires, paid after six months of continuous employment in the position.