Direct Support Professional- Saturday Overnights

Journey Services LLC; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Longevity stipend (3 months)

Longevity stipend (6 months)

PTO & Sick time

Mileage reimbursement

Referral program

Flexible schedule

Paid training

Job summary

Journey Services LLC is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to join our growing team in Mesa, AZ. This part-time role supports individuals with developmental and physical disabilities and the elderly in their homes and in the community.

You will help clients build daily living skills, promote independence, and participate in activities. A driver’s license and vehicle insurance are required, along with CPR/First Aid and fingerprint clearance; reliable transportation is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Obtain a Class-1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Obtain CPR, First Aid and Article 9 certification.
• Have reliable transportation with proof of Arizona Driver's License, Vehicle Registration and Insurance.
• Must be able to transport members in own vehicle as needed.

Responsibilities

• Encourage independence and self-advocacy.
• Assist with personal goals to improve communication and daily living skills.
• Provide a positive and safe environment for learning and fun.
• Engage in games and activities at home or in the community.
• Transport individuals to community outings and events.
• Assist with lifting and wheelchair use.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Reliability

Transportation readiness

Team player

Tools

Arizona Driver's License

Current Vehicle Registration

Auto Insurance

Job description

Location: Mesa, AZ

Available Shifts: Saturday Overnights

Job Type: Part-time

Salary Range: $17.00 - 18.00/hour

Job Description

Journey Services LLC is looking for caring and dedicated providers to become a part of our growing team! Our direct support professionals work with individuals with developmental and physical disabilities and the elderly in their homes and out in the community. This is a great job for individuals re-entering the workforce, looking for supplemental income or college students studying nursing, psychology, social work, special education or early childhood education!

Responsibilities

• Encourage independence and self-advocacy.
• Assist the individual with personal goals such as practicing communication and social skills or increasing their daily living skills (i.e. personal hygiene, cooking skills, etc.)
• Provide a positive and safe environment for the individual where they are able to have fun and learn.
• Engage in fun games and activities, in the home or out in the community.
• Transport individuals to community outings and events
• Assist with lifting and wheelchair use

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Obtain a Class-1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Obtain certification in CPR, First Aid and Article 9
• Reliable Transportation with proof of Arizona Driver's License, Current Vehicle Registration & Insurance
• Ability to transport members in own vehicle as needed

Experience

• Previous caregiving experience preferred, but not required. We are willing to train the right candidate!

Benefits/Supplemental Pay:

• 3-month longevity stipend of $100
• 6-month longevity stipend of $100
• PTO/Sick time after 90 days
• Mileage reimbursement
• Referral program
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Paid training and professional development
• Must clear all background checks