Direct Care Worker/Caregiver

UCP of Southern Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven non-profit dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. This role offers the chance to work with a supportive team, providing essential home and community-based care. With flexible scheduling options and paid training available, you can make a real difference in the lives of those you serve. Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time hours, this position allows you to combine your passion for helping others with a fulfilling career. Embrace the opportunity to grow and learn while making a positive impact in your community.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Paid training

Progressive benefits for eligible employees

Cross-training opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and able to work independently.
• Ability to obtain FA/CPR certification and Tuberculosis clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care, meal prep, and medication administration.
• Provide respite services and maintain required certifications.

Skills

Personal Care

Meal Preparation

Medication Administration

Housekeeping

General Supervision

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Independent travel

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Wage: $17.00/hour
Hours: Full and part time hours are available to you!

You are inspired by the idea of working with a mission driven non-profit dedicated to the delivery of quality home and community based care. Work in partnership with an individualized support team of professionals enhancing the lives of people of all ages living and thriving with disabilities.

If you are seeking a position where you can combine your passion and purpose for serving others join our team of cool, creative colleagues.

• We provide care 24/7, so you can build a flexible schedule around your availability (especially if you need late afternoons/early evenings and weekends!)
• Ability to cross train with different departments with UCPSA
• Progressive benefits for eligible employees
• No experience needed! We offer paid training!

Job Duties

• Here are some of the ways our DCWs support our clients and their unique needs.
  • Personal Care (assistance with bathing/toileting/general grooming etc.)
  • Meal Preparation
  • Medication Administration
  • Housekeeping (laundry, dishes, vacuuming, cleaning personal spaces etc.)
  • General Supervision
• DCWs also can provide respite services to clients that include similar tasks. This allows the primary caregiver (typically a family member) to take a break from their duties while knowing their loved one is cared for in their absence.
• Adhere to a weekly schedule with good attendance and punctuality
• Complete and maintain required certifications and trainings
• Adhere to all agency policies and requirements

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• Ability to travel independently to client’s visits
• Ability to obtain a FA/CPR certification
• Ability to obtain Tuberculosis clearance
• Successful fingerprint and DES/CPS/APS clearance
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and meet the physical requirements of caregiving

Preferred

• Prior experience as a caregiver or in a related field
• Availability on weekday afternoons/early evenings and weekends