East Mesa In-Home Caregiver

Pathways For Life; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training & Sick Time

Flexible Schedules

401k with Opportunities to Match

Job summary

Pathways for Life is seeking caring individuals to support members with developmental disabilities through daily routines, activities and meaningful interactions.

Join a mission-driven team offering flexible hours, paid training, and opportunities to grow in education, healthcare, or social services while making a real difference in people’s lives.

Qualifications

• A compassionate and patient individual who enjoys helping others.
• Reliable and observant, committed to a positive impact.
• Open to learning behavior management techniques.
• Over 18 years old with clean background and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support members with daily routines and activities, including cognitive and physical exercises.
• Assist with activities of daily living such as meals, dressing, hygiene, errands, and mobility.
• Build meaningful connections through respectful, engaging interactions.
• Participate in training to support behavioral needs and promote positive outcomes.
• Collaborate with supervisors and professionals to deliver comprehensive care.
• Advocate for member safety, dignity and rights at all times.

Skills

Compassionate

Patience

Reliability

Strong communication

Job description

At Pathways for Life, we are dedicated to more than just meeting needs — we are creating possibilities! For the past 20 years our purpose is to help individuals with developmental disabilities thrive through compassionate care, tailored services, and meaningful connections. From in-home care to day programs, employment programs and residential solutions, we’re creating pathways to fulfillment and peace of mind for families.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Purpose-Driven Work – Your role will directly impact individuals and families, helping them overcome challenges and build brighter futures.
• Supportive & Empowering Culture – We foster a collaborative environment where innovation, empathy, and professional growth are celebrated.
• Flexibility & Wellbeing – We value work-life balance and provide resources to ensure our team thrives both personally and professionally.
• Continuous Learning – Access to training, workshops, and mentorship to expand your skills in compassionate care.

What You’ll Do:

• Support members with developmental disabilities in their daily routines and activities. Activities such as cognitive stimulation (puzzles, memory games), physical activity (walking, stretching), & social interaction (visiting friends, community engagement)
• Assist members with activities of daily living such as meal preparation, dressing & personal hygiene, shopping/errands, & mobility & transferring.
• Build Meaningful Connections:
  • Foster trust and companionship through respectful, engaging interactions.
• Participate in training and skill-building opportunities that will ensure you are equipped with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to appropriately support the behavioral needs of our members, respond proactively to concerns, and promote positive outcomes.
• Collaborate for Impact:
  • Work with supervisors and other professionals to deliver comprehensive care.
• Advocate with Heart:
  • Ensure member safety and comfort through attentive and respectful care.
  • Uphold member rights and dignity at all times.

Who You Are:

• A compassionate, patient individual who finds joy in helping others.
• Reliable, observant, and committed to creating a positive impact.
• Open to learning and applying behavior management techniques.
• Over 18 years old with a clean background and andstrong communication skills

Total Rewards:

• Paid Training & Sick Time
• Flexible Schedules
• 401k with Opportunities to Match

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re looking for more than just a job, if you want to be part of a movement that changes lives, we’d love to hear from you!

This role offers flexible hours, making it a great fit for college students, teachers, paraprofessionals, or anyone seeking meaningful part-time work around their daytime commitments.

Whether you’re building experience in education, healthcare, or social services, or simply looking to make an impact, this is an opportunity to grow while helping others thrive.

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As set forth in Pathways for Life’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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