Disability Support Specialist - Empower Lives

Rise Inc; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Rise Inc in Sierra Vista, AZ is seeking a full-time caregiver to support people with disabilities in residential settings, day programs, and community-based services. The hourly salary is listed as $17.05, with limited or occasional travel as indicated in the posting.

The role emphasizes compassion, reliability, and the ability to engage families and clients in appropriate activities, with training requirements including CPR and First Aid to ensure safe service delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in the field of developmental disabilities or related field preferred; A requirement for Habilitation.
• Must have a desire and interest in working with people with disabilities or special needs.
• Must have verbal and written communication skills adequate to the specific job.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must be over twenty-one (21) years if required to drive a RISE vehicle and meet other requirements as specified by the RISE Insurance Agency.
• Satisfactory background check and obtain Level One Fingerprint Card clearance.
• Specific language abilities (other than English) may be required to meet the needs of people/families receiving support, and demonstrate a knowledge of and respect for cultural differences.
• Reliable transportation to the work site and access to a telephone.
• Must complete training courses in CPR, First Aid, and Article 9.

Job description

Rise Inc in Sierra Vista, AZ is seeking a full-time caregiver to support people with disabilities in residential settings, day programs, and community-based services. The hourly salary is listed as $17.05, with limited or occasional travel as indicated in the posting.

The role emphasizes compassion, reliability, and the ability to engage families and clients in appropriate activities, with training requirements including CPR and First Aid to ensure safe service delivery.