Direct Support Professional- EAST VALLEY

Ohana AZ; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohana seeks Direct Support Professionals for East Valley area in Peoria, AZ. Positions include both part-time and full-time roles focused on assisting individuals with daily living tasks, personal care, and behavior support.

Responsibilities include documentation, meal preparation, transport (if driver), and medication administration as trained. Requirements include 18+ (21+ to drive), English proficiency, background check, and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide personal care including bathing and hygiene for both male and female members.
• Pass Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance background check.
• Proficiency in reading, writing and speaking English.
• Basic computer and documentation skills; familiarity with MS Word, Google Calendar, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on personal care to members including bathing and showering.
• Assist with dressing, grooming, hygiene, and toileting.
• Transport members to outings and appointments if a driver.
• Document daily progress notes and required shift information.
• Plan and prepare meals and complete grocery shopping as assigned.
• Handle household tasks and maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Administer medications as trained and authorized.
• Support members in achieving daily routines and goals.

Skills

Personal care

Documentation

Transportation

Behavior support

English proficiency

Microsoft Word

Google Calendar

Outlook

Tools

Microsoft Word

Google Calendar

Outlook

Job description

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Direct Support Professional- EAST VALLEY

Peoria, AZ, US

2 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:

Provide hands-on personal care to members including:

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