Direct Support Professional - Tuesdays 10am-6pm
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Journey Services LLC
Queen Creek, AZ, US
Summary
The direct support professional will assist individuals with developmental and physical disabilities in achieving personal goals and daily living skills. They are also responsible for providing a safe, engaging environment and transporting members to community outings.
Job Description
Location: Queen Creek
Available Shifts: Tuesdays, 10am - 6pm
Job Type: Part-time
Salary Range: $17.00 - 18.00/hour
Job Description
Journey Services LLC is looking for a caring and dedicated provider to become a part of our growing team! Our direct support professionals work with individuals with developmental and physical disabilities and the elderly in their homes and out in the community. Hours are part-time and mainly afternoons, evenings and weekends. This is a great job for individuals re-entering the workforce, looking for supplemental income or college students studying nursing, psychology, social work, special education or early childhood education!
Responsibilities
- Encourage independence and self-advocacy.
- Assist the individual with personal goals such as practicing communication and social skills or increasing their daily living skills (i.e. personal hygiene, cooking skills, etc.)
- Provide a positive and safe environment for the individual where they are able to have fun and learn.
- Engage in fun games and activities, in the home or out in the community.
- Transport individuals to community outings and events
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Obtain a Class-1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Obtain certification in CPR, First Aid and Article 9
- Reliable Transportation with proof of Arizona Driver's License, Current Vehicle Registration & Insurance
- Ability to transport members in own vehicle as needed
Experience
- Previous caregiving experience and experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred, but not required. We are willing to train the right candidate!
Benefits/Supplemental Pay:
- 3-month longevity stipend of $100
- 6-month longevity stipend of $100
- PTO/Sick time after 90 days
- Mileage reimbursement
- Referral program
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Paid training and professional development
- Must clear all background checks
OUR SERVICES:
Respite
Supports families in the day-to-day care of their child or dependent adult.
Habilitation
Focuses on the individual’s personal goals, which may include areas such as social and communication skills, daily living skills, transportation, or community and vocational goals.
Attendant Care
Supports individuals in the areas of personal care, meal preparation, household maintenance and daily living skills.
Habilitation – Individually Designed Living Arrangement
Supports members who live either independently or with another member. Individuals are provided assistance in areas such as daily living skills, housekeeping, transportation and budgeting in order to maintain their own residence.
Transition to Employment
Provides a combination of curriculum-based instruction and meaningful volunteer experiences to teach job skills. This service assists individuals in developing the skills necessary for integrated and competitive employment.
Employment Services
Provides supports for individuals to obtain and maintain employment in their communities. From individual to group supported settings, individuals will have the opportunity to learn and practice the skills necessary to reach their goal of employment.
DTA Program
Day treatment for adults with developmental disabilities, focusing on independence and community involvement.
Founded
2017
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Partnership
Headquarters
Phoenix, Arizona
OUR SERVICES:
Respite
Supports families in the day-to-day care of their child or dependent adult.
Habilitation
Focuses on the individual’s personal goals, which may include areas such as social and communication skills, daily living skills, transportation, or community and vocational goals.
Attendant Care
Supports individuals in the areas of personal care, meal preparation, household maintenance and daily living skills.
Habilitation – Individually Designed Living Arrangement
Supports members who live either independently or with another member. Individuals are provided assistance in areas such as daily living skills, housekeeping, transportation and budgeting in order to maintain their own residence.
Transition to Employment
Provides a combination of curriculum-based instruction and meaningful volunteer experiences to teach job skills. This service assists individuals in developing the skills necessary for integrated and competitive employment.
Employment Services
Provides supports for individuals to obtain and maintain employment in their communities. From individual to group supported settings, individuals will have the opportunity to learn and practice the skills necessary to reach their goal of employment.
DTA Program
Day treatment for adults with developmental disabilities, focusing on independence and community involvement.
Founded
2017
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Partnership
Headquarters
Phoenix, Arizona
