Direct Support Professional

Job Details

Location:

Tempe, AZ 85281

Sign‑on bonus: $1000 for new employees.

We are seeking caring individuals to assist others as a Direct Support Professional. The role involves providing care services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, guiding community integration, and ensuring the health, safety, and well‑being of residents.

• Provide personal care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Guide community integration and inclusion efforts for participants, families, and other stakeholders.
• Develop and facilitate opportunities for residents to participate in community activities.
• Maintain proper supervision and ensure the safety and well‑being of residents in the facility.
• Prepare and complete required paperwork and documentation within contractual timelines.
• Use computers and electronic record‑keeping systems effectively.
• Complete mandatory certifications and trainings, including First Aid, CPR, Article 9, Medication, and Prevention/Support.
• Work nights, weekends, holidays, and maintain a varied weekly schedule as needed.

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, vision insurance for full‑time employees
• 401(k) investment plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays for full‑time employees
• Tuition reimbursement for full‑time employees

• High School diploma or GED
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, MVD report, and reliable transportation
• Ability to prepare required paperwork to support and document activities within contractually required timelines
• Typing skills and working knowledge of computers and electronic clinical record keeping
• Ability to complete certification and training for First Aid, CPR, Article 9, Medication, Prevention/Support, Direct Care Worker, and any other required training (training will be provided if not already possessed)
• Ability to operate independently with minimal oversight
• Demonstrated skills to ensure respectful communication with participants and coworkers
• Must obtain and maintain a fingerprint clearance card and pass a background check along with Central Registry Clearance
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, and a varied schedule each week

• Bilingual in English/Spanish or English/Sign Language
• Prior experience in habilitation or rehabilitation
• Two years of experience in a person‑centered community integration program assisting persons with developmental and/or psychiatric disabilities
• Two years of experience in habilitation/rehabilitative assistance to persons with psychiatric and/or developmental disabilities
• Very strong interpersonal skills