Direct Support Professional I - Caregiver (Bonus $300) FT/PT/OC

Easter Seals Blake Foundation•Tucson, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional I provides one-on-one support to adults with developmental disabilities who live independently in their own homes. The role helps individuals build life skills, explore interests, develop meaningful friendships, and participate in their communities. The position supports people with intellectual, physical, and/or developmental disabilities in living as independently as possible. Work takes place in home, day program, or group home environments and may involve visiting multiple homes or sites. Regular driving to member homes and other locations is required. The role involves daily interaction with employees and members, and may require additional hours or days depending on circumstances. Employees must remain awake during working hours.

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 provide transportation for daily visits, trainings, and other work-related activities; organizational vehicles may not always be available.
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 certification.
Must remain awake during working hours.
Able to establish and maintain a communicative, collaborative team atmosphere with team members 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 actions.
Able to direct and assist members to ensure 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 to support member care.
Visual acuity sufficient to assess member wellbeing and drive; verbal communication ability for daily operations and emergencies; hearing ability for in-person, phone, and electronic communication; and manual dexterity to assist with paperwork and daily functions.
Able to stoop, squat, reach, pull, push, stretch, ascend and descend stairs, and stand and sit for long periods.
Able to use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Three months of caregiving experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Assist individuals with personal care and hygiene, including restroom use, eating, moving, carrying, and lifting, using one-person, two-person, and mechanical lift transfers.
Perform household tasks such as cleaning, cooking, laundry, making beds, yard work, and other chores.
Provide transportation and community support for 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 prescription and non-prescription medication as prescribed by licensed medical specialists.
Keep individual files up to date and read and follow each member’s individual support plan (ISP).
Report incidents to appropriate staff and assist with completing incident forms.
Assess situations and use behavior and physical management techniques during crises; obtain assistance when needed.
Perform First Aid and CPR when needed.
Provide job coaching and on-the-job training tailored to a member’s needs, supporting adjustment to their chosen work environment.
Identify members’ motivations and help develop their skills; teach job-search skills and techniques and counsel members on work habits and skills in preparation for competitive employment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees.
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.
AZ DPS Level 1 fingerprint clearance card paid for by the organization.
Paid training for CPR, First Aid, Article IX, and Prevention & Supports certification.