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

Easter Seals Blake Foundation•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

Provides one-on-one support to adults with intellectual, physical, and/or developmental disabilities who live independently, helping them live as independently as possible and participate in their communities. Support includes personal care, household tasks, transportation, community participation, medication assistance, and guidance with life and vocational skills. The role may also provide job coaching tailored to an individual’s needs and chosen work environment. The position is based in members’ homes, day programs, or group homes and may involve travel between sites. Employees must remain awake during working hours and may need to work additional hours or days depending on circumstances. The posted salary is $15.70 per hour. A bonus is offered after six months of continued employment: $300 for full-time hires and $150 for part-time hires.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Three years of driving experience.
A current, unrestricted driver’s license, with no more than two minor moving violations or one accident within the past three years.
Transportation for daily visits, training, 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; the organization pays for it.
Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR, First Aid, Article IX, and Prevention & Supports certifications; training is paid.
Must remain awake during working hours.
Ability to communicate and collaborate with team members and members, be self-directed, and show sensitivity to cultural and linguistic diversity.
Excellent customer service in stressful situations and professional appearance, communication, and conduct.
Ability to direct and assist members to maintain their safety.
Basic knowledge of self-determination and individualized support principles and practices.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with interruptions and remain calm in emergencies.

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, movement, and transfers using one-person, two-person, or mechanical lifts.
Perform household tasks such as cleaning, cooking, laundering, making beds, yard work, and other chores.
Provide transportation and community support for outings, field trips, medical appointments, and shopping.
Guide and support members with 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.
Keep an up-to-date individual file for each person and read and follow each member’s Individual Support Plan (ISP).
Report incidents to appropriate staff and assist with incident forms.
Use behavior and physical management techniques during crises and obtain assistance when needed.
Perform standard First Aid and CPR when needed.
Provide on-the-job training tailored to a member’s needs and help them adjust to their chosen work environment.
Identify members’ motivations and help develop their skills.
Teach job-search skills and techniques and counsel members on developing work habits and skills for competitive employment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
403(b) 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.
Bonus after six months of continued employment: $300 for full-time hires and $150 for part-time hires.
Paid Arizona DPS Level 1 fingerprint clearance card.
Paid training for CPR, First Aid, Article IX, and Prevention & Supports certifications.