Direct Support Professional- EAST VALLEY

Ohana-Homes-2; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohana-Homes-2 is seeking a Direct Support Professional for EAST VALLEY in Peoria, AZ. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, personal care, documentation, and behavioral support within our residential homes.

The position requires compassion, reliability, and the ability to work with diverse individuals. Salary ranges hourly, with part-time and full-time opportunities available, aligned to local market rates.

Qualifications

• Provide personal care including bathing, dressing, grooming and hygiene.
• Document daily progress notes and shift information.
• Assist with meals and grocery planning as assigned.
• Transport members to outings and appointments (if driver).
• Administer medications as trained and authorized.
• Support with admissions, discharges, and behavior management.

Responsibilities

• Bathing and showering for members as needed.
• Assistance with dressing, grooming, hygiene, and toileting.
• Provide personal care to assigned members regardless of gender.
• Document progress and maintain shift information.
• Plan and prepare meals; handle groceries.
• Transport to outings/appointments if capable.
• Build supportive relationships with members.
• Maintain a safe, clean home environment and assist with tasks.

Skills

Personal care

Documentation

Meal planning

Transportation

Medication administration

Behavior support

Tools

Microsoft Word

Google Calendar

Outlook

Job description

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Direct Support Professional- EAST VALLEY

Peoria, AZ, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1117

Salary Range: $15.50 To $16.50 Hourly

Ohana is a leading social service agency in Arizona, providing innovative, evidence-based, trauma-informed care to help individuals with special needs reach their full potential. Our residential and supportive services prioritize safety, dignity, and love, to enhance independence for each person.

We are hiring both part-time and full-time Direct Support Professionals for our {Insert Location} Homes. DSP’s play a vital role in supporting daily routines, providing personal care, managing behaviors, and building meaningful relationships with the members we serve.

Required Job Duties

• Bathing and showering
• Assistance with dressing, grooming, hygiene, and toileting
• Physical touch/physical prompts as needed for safety and daily routines
• Support male and female members; all DSP’s must be able to provide personal care to any assigned member, regardless of gender.
• Document daily progress notes and required shift information
• Plan and prepare meals; complete grocery shopping as assigned
• Transport members to outings and appointments (if a driver) using the most efficient route including freeway driving
• Build supportive and therapeutic relationships with members
• Handle household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a safe, clean environment
• Administer medications as trained and authorized
• Assist with admissions and discharges
• Redirect and manage behaviors using Prevention & Support techniques
• Support members in achieving daily routines and goals
• Follow house schedules, routines, and DDD licensing standards

Additional Duties

• Attend team meetings and required trainings
• Maintain compliance with all required certifications
• Perform physical tasks including lifting, pushing, pulling, and assisting members physically as needed
• Uphold Ohana’s values at work and on social media
• Perform other duties as assigned

  Requirements

  • 18+ years old (21+ required to drive company vehicles)
  • Ability and willingness to provide personal care, including bathing and hygiene support, for both male and female members as part of job expectations
  • Reliable transportation and communication
  • Ability to pass a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance background check
  • Proficiency in reading, writing and speaking English
  • Basic computer and documentation skills
  • Familiar with Microsoft Word, Google Calendar, and Outlook
  • Complete required training: Prevention & Support, CPR, First Aid, Article 9
  • Successfully pass skills assessment and medication administration assessment