Direct Support Professional (Maricopa)

The Opportunity Tree; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

11 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO) after 90 days

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

The Opportunity Tree is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for Day Programs in Maricopa, AZ. The DSP will support Members with intellectual and developmental disabilities to develop basic life skills, promote independence and choice, and ensure a safe, respectful environment.

Position requires 18+, valid driver's license, English communication, and completion of required trainings including CPR/First Aid.

Qualifications

• Proficient in English communication (written and spoken).
• Experience in IDD field preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Members’ health, safety and daily living activities.
• Coordinate daily living skills and recreational activities per Plan.
• Encourage development of interpersonal skills and independence.
• Coordinate transportation per Person Center Plan and accompany Members.
• Ensure medication procedures are followed and orders implemented.
• Develop, document, and monitor each Member’s program.

Skills

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Web browsing

CPR training

First Aid training

Job description

Description

The Opportunity Tree Mission and Vision

To provide quality individualized services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in dynamic and innovative environments. The Opportunity Tree is committed to promoting the development of a society that fully embraces individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through inclusion, advocacy, and opportunities.

$1,000 hiring bonus for new full-time hires, paid after 12 full pay periods (approximately six months)!

Benefits for Full-Time Employees:

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• 11 Paid Holidays (full and part time; available immediately)
• Paid Time Off (annual and sick leave; full and part employees; after 90 day; accured bi-weekly)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (all employees)
• Employee Referral Bonus (refer a full or part time employee to earn bonus after about three months)

The Opportunity Tree is looking for DSP for our Day Programs in Maricopa, AZ

• 19756 N Maricopa Rd, Suite #108 & #109, Maricopa, AZ 85139

Job Summary: The DSP positions support and assist Members with intellectual and developmental disabilities in developing/enhancing basic living and other life skills, promoting independence and individual choice.

Essential Job Functions

• Supervision of the Members’ health, safety, and security to include assistance with Activities of Daily Living (eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, ambulation, and continence).
• Coordinates the instruction and supervision of the Members in appropriate basic activities of daily living skills and recreational events in accordance with the Person-Centered Plan.
• Encourage the Members to develop and maintain positive interpersonal skills.
• Coordinate transportation, transport, and/or accompany according to their Person Center Plan.
• Ensure proper medication procedures are followed for the Members.
• Ensure physicians’ orders are implemented correctly.
• Responsible for developing/assisting to develop, implementing, documenting, and monitoring of each Member’s program.
• Responsible for communicating progress and issues in a timely manner to the appropriate staff.
• Responsible for planning and maintaining Member’s and household accounts.
• Responsible to maintain all other records/paperwork and submit documentation per assigned timelines.
• Maintain safe home environment in keeping with Arizona Licensing Standards and The Opportunity Tree Policy.
• Advocate on behalf of the Members and their families to ensure individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities have a voice.
• Perform daily job duties in a safe and healthy manner, including the use of proper techniques when lifting individuals, household items, and completing first aid/CPR as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of information regarding Members and The Opportunity Tree.
• Compliant with attendance rules.
• Promote and maintain a collaborative and respectful working environment and a line of communications with all stakeholders of The Opportunity Tree.
• Comply and enforce the Policies, Procedures, and Regulations of The Opportunity Tree.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Requirements

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Pinal County

• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Current driver license with Non-Restricted Motor Vehicle Record and compliance per the requirements of The Opportunity Tree’s insurance carrier.
• Communicate in English; speech, write and read.
• Experience: Preferred in the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) field.
• Education: High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge: Beginner MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, web browsing
• Personal enthusiasm for participation in a non-profit organization, which provides services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Positive attitude and ability to represent The Opportunity Tree effectively in the community.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team member with Members, staff, families, funders and stakeholders.
• Successful completion and maintain all required training which may include CPR, First Aid, and Prevention and Support.
• Successfully meet AZ-DPS requirements for Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Reliable transportation and possible travel for The Opportunity Tree business.
• Skills to include but not limited to knowledge of principles in staff interaction, task productivity, time management, problem identification and resolution administration.

Work Environment:

1. Lift,carry, and transfer minimum of 40 pounds.
2. Bend, kneel, and stoop.
3. Push and pull wheelchairs.
4. Reach and reach overhead.
5. Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
6. Finger, hand, and wrist dexterity to eye.
7. This position is considered a “safety sensitive” position