Direct Support Professional- OVERNIGHT SHIFT- Prescott Valley

Ohana AZ; Prescott Valley, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 16,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohana AZ in Prescott Valley is hiring Direct Support Professionals to assist residents with daily living, personal care, and daily routines.

You'll help with bathing, dressing, hygiene, meals, transportation (if licensed), and document progress; you’ll work closely with the team to ensure safety and wellbeing of members.

This role requires 18+ (21+ to drive), reliable transportation, background check, and proficiency in English; training includes Prevention & Support, CPR, First Aid.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old (21+ to drive company vehicles).
• Ability to provide personal care to male and female members.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Bathing and showering for residents.
• Assist with dressing, grooming, hygiene, and toileting.
• Provide safety prompts and physical support as needed for daily routines.
• Support male and female members; provide personal care as assigned.
• 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.
• Build supportive and therapeutic relationships with members.
• Handle household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and a safe 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 licensing standards.

Skills

Personal care

Medication administration

Documentation

Meal planning

Behavior support

Transportation (driver)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Google Calendar

Outlook

Job description

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4 days ago Requisition ID: 1111

Salary Range: $16.00 To $16.50 Annually

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