AZ Direct Support Professional D1 GH FT EV

Rise Inc; Mesa, Gilbert, Queen Creek (AZ, AZ, AZ); On-site; USD 22,041 - 22,730; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for Retention Bonus

Flexible schedules

Paid training

Job summary

Rise Inc is looking for Direct Support Professionals in Mesa, AZ to assist individuals with disabilities in daily living activities and provide necessary support across various settings.

This role offers a competitive hourly rate, the opportunity for retention bonuses, and flexible schedules. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, possess strong communication skills, and have reliable transportation. Paid training is included.

Qualifications

• Desire and interest in working with people with disabilities or special needs.
• Verbal and written communication skills adequate for the specific job.
• Ability to meet minimum training requirements and complete renewals as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to individuals with disabilities in daily living activities.
• Assist with hygiene, meal preparation, mobility, and behavioral support.
• Support individuals across residential homes, day programs, and community settings.

Skills

Desire to work with people with disabilities

Verbal and written communication skills

Reliable transportation

Job description

Job Details

• Location: Mesa, AZ 85206
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: None
• Salary: $16.00 - $16.50 per hour
• Travel: Negligible
• Shift: Any
• Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

RISE provides services for people with disabilities including residential settings, day programs, employment assistance, managed care, and hourly supports. Our mission is to create opportunities for and with people, including clients, employees, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Direct Support Professionals provide assistance to individuals with disabilities in daily living activities, hygiene, meal preparation, mobility, and behavioral support across residential homes, day programs, and community settings.

Qualifications

• Desire and interest in working with people with disabilities or special needs, and respect for cultural differences.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Verbal and written communication skills adequate for the specific job.
• Successfully pass background checks with Arizona Central Registry, Arizona Adult Protective Services, and obtain Level One Fingerprint Clearance.
• Other language abilities may be required.
• Reliable transportation to the work site and ability to transport people, when applicable.
• Access to a telephone.
• Ability to meet minimum training requirements and complete renewals as assigned.
• If required to drive an approved RISE vehicle: 21+ years old, pass drug test, maintain a valid driver’s license, and submit an acceptable driving record.
• If personal vehicle is used for transporting people, provide current auto insurance meeting RISE insurance minimum requirements.

Benefits and Perks

• Opportunity for Retention Bonus
• Competitive hourly rate
• Flexible schedules
• On‑site hands‑on human service experience
• Paid training
• Referral Bonus Program

NOTE: This job description does not list all duties; employees may be required to perform additional job‑related duties as instructed by supervisors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

RISE is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.