Direct Support Pro | Full-Time with Training & Growth

Stars Az; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Strong team environment

Professional growth opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off, holidays, sick time

Job summary

Scottsdale Training & Rehabilitation Services (STARS) seeks a Direct Support Professional for the Day Training Adult Program to foster a caring, positive image and improve lives of individuals with developmental and cognitive disabilities.

You will teach participants with various challenges, provide training in life and social skills, plan and accompany outings, and document progress for ISP/BTP goals, reporting to the Case Manager/Supervisor.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years experience with disabled youth/adults in vocational or rehab services.
• Bachelor's degree preferred (Education / Special Ed / Social Services).
• AZ driver's license with clean record and meet insurance requirements.
• Must pass fingerprint DES clearance and background screening.
• Reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Teach participants in the DTA program individually or in groups.
• Provide life and social skills training to increase independence.
• Arrange outings and develop curriculum; accompany participants on outings.
• Maintain weekly case notes and daily objective sheets for ISP/BTP goals.
• Report goals, progress, and challenges to Case Manager/Supervisor.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Behavior modification knowledge

Collaboration

Tech literacy

MS Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in Education / Special Ed / Social Services

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Scottsdale Training & Rehabilitation Services (STARS) seeks a Direct Support Professional for the Day Training Adult Program to foster a caring, positive image and improve lives of individuals with developmental and cognitive disabilities.

You will teach participants with various challenges, provide training in life and social skills, plan and accompany outings, and document progress for ISP/BTP goals, reporting to the Case Manager/Supervisor.