Direct Support Professional (Female Caregivers) – Phoenix Area

ADP, Inc.; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohana in the Phoenix area is hiring Direct Support Professionals to provide personal care to female members in our homes. You will help with daily routines, document progress, and assist with meals, transport, and behavior support while ensuring safety and dignity.

We welcome both part-time and full-time candidates who can pass the required trainings and background checks. This role emphasizes respectful caregiving and trauma-informed care.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old; 21+ to drive company vehicles.
• Ability to provide personal care including bathing and hygiene.
• Reliable transportation and communication.
• Pass Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance background check.
• Proficiency in reading, writing and speaking English.
• Complete required trainings: Prevention & Support, CPR, First Aid, Article 9.
• Successfully pass skills assessment and medication administration assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on personal care including bathing and grooming.
• Assist with dressing, hygiene, and toileting.
• Document daily progress and required shift information.
• Plan and prepare meals; grocery shopping as assigned.
• Transport members to outings and appointments if driving.
• Build supportive relationships and maintain a safe environment.
• Administer medications as trained and authorized.
• Follow house schedules and DDD licensing standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Personal care

Documentation skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Google Calendar

Outlook

Job description

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Direct Support Professional (Female Caregivers) - Phoenix Area

Human Resources Peoria, AZ, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1119

Salary Range: $15.50 To $16.00 Hourly

Due to Arizona DDD requirements for this home, this position provides personal care to female members and is open to female caregivers only.

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