Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional – Emoticare
• Gilbert, AZ

Emoticare – Youth Service Provider / Respite

Program: Respite Weekend Retreat

Location: East Valley – Mesa Area

Schedule: Friday 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM, Saturday 7:45 AM - 11:00 PM & Sunday 7:45 AM
-11:00PM

Compensation: $19–$21/hour | Full-time, Non-exempt

The Weekend Retreat is a transformative 3-day experience designed to empower children and youth through therapeutic activities and life skills development. Our goal is to foster emotional resilience, confidence, and growth in a safe and supportive environment.

As a Respite Direct Care Staff member, you’ll be at the heart of the retreat experience. Partnering with experienced Life Skills Coaches, you’ll help implement goal-driven treatment plans, support day-to-day activities, and build meaningful relationships with participants.

• Lead interactive group counseling sessions to encourage self-expression and peer connection
• Support youth in building emotional regulation, life skills, and relationship management
• Implement clinician-informed treatment plans tailored to individual needs
• Build strong, trusting therapeutic relationships with participants
• Engage in recreational activities, meals, and outings to foster community
• Promote real-time skill application in everyday settings
• Provide safe, supportive transportation to and from retreat locations

• Minimum of High School Diploma or Equivalent plus 1 year of behavioral health experience – OR –
• Bachelor’s Degree in a Related Field
• Must be 21+ with a valid driver’s license
• Fingerprint clearance card, CPR/First Aid certification, TB test, clean MVD report
• Background check and drug screening required
• Completion of required trainings:
  Fraud & Abuse, Driver Refresher, Medication Administration, Emergency Safety Response

• Retreat sites, client homes, and community settings
• Gilbert office locations
• Agency vehicles, including 12–15 passenger vans

• Frequent movement: sitting, walking, driving, bending, grasping
• Lift/carry up to 50 lbs
• Drive safely in varying conditions
• Participate in outdoor activities, including during summer heat
• Implement non-violent physical emergency safety response measures
• Maintain visual and auditory awareness of client behavior
• Effectively read instructions and communicate both verbally and in writing

• Healthcare Benefits (medical, dental and vision)
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Professional development

This role is ideal for individuals passionate about supporting youth, who thrive in an engaging weekend-based schedule, and want to make a meaningful impact.