Direct Support Professional - Daytime Hours

Journey-Services-LL; Queen Creek (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

3-month longevity stipend

6-month longevity stipend

PTO/Sick time after 90 days

Mileage reimbursement

Referral program

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Paid training and professional develop

Job summary

Journey Services LLC in Queen Creek is seeking a caring provider to support individuals with developmental and physical disabilities and the elderly in homes and community settings.

Hours are part-time, mainly afternoons, evenings and weekends, offering a flexible schedule and opportunities to gain experience in nursing, psychology, social work or related fields.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Obtain a Class-1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Obtain CPR, First Aid and Article 9 certifications.
• Reliable transportation with proof of AZ Driver's License, Vehicle Registration & Insurance.
• Ability to transport members in own vehicle as needed.
• Must clear all background checks.

Responsibilities

• Encourage independence and self-advocacy.
• Assist the individual with personal goals such as communication and social skills or daily living skills.
• Provide a positive and safe environment for learning and fun.
• Engage in games and activities in home or community.
• Transport individuals to community outings and events.

Skills

Caregiving

Communication

Independence & self-advocacy

Transportation logistics

Education

Class-1 Fingerprint Clearance Card

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Article 9 Certification

Job description

Location: Queen Creek

Available Shifts: Daytime hours

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
• Must clear all background checks

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