Direct Support Professional II

Copa Health•Mesa, AZ

6d•$15 - $17

About The Position

Calling All Direct Support Professionals/Caregivers! Make a Difference. Grow Your Career. Thrive at Copa Health! Full Time Starting Pay: $15.15 to $17.00 per hour Are you passionate about helping individuals achieve recovery and wellness? Ready to join a mission-driven team that truly invests in you? At Copa Health, we don’t just offer jobs we build careers and support the whole person. Position Overview We are hiring full-time Caregivers/Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join the Area Agency on Aging (AAoA) team, providing essential short-term support for elderly clients and individuals with developmental disabilities (DDD). Services include personal care and light housekeeping. DSPs will also implement service plans and support clients in developing daily living and leisure skills, while assisting with planning and participating in community involvement activities.

Requirements

A combination of education, training, and/or experience equivalent to a high school diploma or GED
Ability to pass a pre-employment physical at the time of hire
Completion of Copa’s training program per the requirements of funding sources, such as the Division of Developmental Disabilities and/or Department of Health Services
Ability to obtain and maintain a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card and pass other required background checks, including a drug screen
Must have a valid Arizona Driver’s License upon hire, 39-month Motor Vehicle Record, and proof of insurance and vehicle registration

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred

Responsibilities

Provide personalized, high-quality care for elderly clients in supportive living and day programs
Follow individualized service plans, teaching and assisting with daily living activities, leisure skills, and community engagement
Adhere to HIPAA standards to ensure client confidentiality
Perform facility cleaning, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and laundry
Plan and prepare well-balanced meals/snacks according to dietary requirements
Assist with personal hygiene, including showering, changing adult briefs, brushing teeth, shaving, and dressing assistance
Maintain body balance for safe support of clients during various activities
Assess and respond to client behavior appropriately
Collaborate with program staff across departments as needed

Benefits

Limitless Growth and Career Advancement Opportunities: Thrive with us through diverse career paths and internal development programs.
Career Development: Access ongoing training and development through our dedicated Organizational Development & Learning Department.
Generous PTO Program: Enjoy up to 3 weeks off in your first year, with continuous accruals and an additional PTO day for Employee Well-Being.
Paid Holidays: Celebrate 10 paid holidays annually.
Wellness Program: Benefit from our Health services and wellness incentives to reduce costs.
Tuition Reimbursement: Receive up to $3,000 for educational advancement.
Affordable Health Care Plans: Choose from comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental plans.
Flexible Spending Accounts: Utilize H.S.A., H.R.A, and F.S.A. options with select medical plans.
Insurance Coverage: Enjoy free Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life/AD&D Insurance up to $100,000.
Retirement Savings: Benefit from 403(b) retirement plans with a company match.
Employee Assistance: Access 6 free coaching and 6 free therapy sessions, plus a wealth of wellness content and services.
Additional Insurance Options: Aetna Medical, Delta Dental, Eyemed vision, Pet Insurance, Additional Life/AD&D Insurance, and more!