Direct Care Worker GILBERT AZ

Sweetwater Care; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Competitive salary

Training & development

Wellness resources

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Direct Care Worker to support individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living activities. You will provide compassionate, individualized care in a supportive environment and help clients maintain independence and quality of life.

Responsibilities include assisting with personal hygiene, meals, transportation, light housekeeping, and accompanying clients to activities.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication with clients and families.
• Compassionate, patient, and reliable.
• Valid Arizona Driver's License.
• At least 1 year caregiver experience.
• Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint clearance card or ability to obtain one.
• CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Article 9 certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene and meal preparation.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance clients' quality of life.
• Implement individualized care plans/goals tailored to each client's needs and preferences.
• Monitor behavior and daily activities.
• Light housekeeping.
• Transportation to appointments and errands.
• Accompany members on recreational activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Compassionate demeanor

Reliable Transportation

Arizona Driver's License

Caregiver experience

CPR/First Aid Certification

Article 9

Job description

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Competitive salary
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

About the Role:

Join Sweetwater Care as a Direct Care Worker, where you'll make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. We are dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care in a supportive environment, and we are looking for passionate individuals to join our team in the greater Phoenix, AZ area.

Responsibilities:

• Assist clients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene and meal preparation
• Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance clients' quality of life
• Implement individualized care plans/goals tailored to each client's needs and preferences
• Monitor behavior and daily activities
• Light housekeeping
• Transportation to appointments and errands
• Accompany members on recreational activities

Requirements:

• Strong communication skills and the ability to connect with clients on a personal level
• Compassionate demeanor and a genuine desire to help others
• Reliable Transportation
• Valid Arizona Driver's License
• At least 1 year Caregiver experience or similar
• An Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint clearance card or the ability to obtain one*
• CPR /First Aid Certification*
• Article 9*

*If you do not already possess these trainings Sweetwater Care can assist in obtaining them

Pay:

• $17.00 - $21.00/hour

Flexible Scheduling or Full Time May Be Available

About Us:

Sweetwater Care has been serving the Phoenix community for almost a decade, providing exceptional care and support to individuals and their families. Our commitment to quality care and employee satisfaction has earned us a reputation as a trusted provider in the industry. Join us and be part of a team that values compassion, integrity, and teamwork.