In Home Support Provider (DSP)

Community Options, Inc.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Great coworkers/team

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in the Greater Phoenix area is hiring both full-time and part-time In Home Support Providers (DSP) to assist individuals with learning daily living skills and community integration.

As a DSP, you will support individuals to increase independence, meet them in various settings, document progress, and coordinate activities while ensuring safety and proper medication administration. A high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license are required, with English

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Effective communication in English with participants, staff, and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to increase independence.
• Meet waiver participants regularly in residence, community, or office.
• Provide ongoing support for community integration.
• Document progress toward community integration.
• Coordinate leisure and volunteer opportunities.
• Administer medications and ensure proper documentation.
• Drive to medical appointments and activities.
• Complete program documents and billable records accurately.
• Cooperate with staff during inspections.

Skills

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Community Options, Inc.is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states.

We are now hiring aFull-TimeandPart-Time In Home Support Provider (DSP)in theGreater Phoenix, AZarea. In Home Support Provider is responsible for assisting individuals with learning physical, intellectual, emotional, and social life skills. The Community Integration Counselor provides individualized services designed to assist participants in managing and overcoming the difficulties confronted when living in the community.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage individuals to increase their ability to be as independent as possible
• Meet with waiver participants on a regular basis either in the individual’s residence, the community, or an office setting
• Provide ongoing support for community integration efforts
• Document individual progress toward acquiring community integration
• Assist in building a support network between the individual and the community
• Administer medications and ensure proper completion of necessary documentation
• Coordinate all leisure and volunteer opportunities
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English with individuals served, coworkers, and supervisors to ensure safety, follow care plans, and complete documentation.
• Minimum of 3-6 months of relevant experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs.
• 403b Retirement Plan.
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities.
• Great coworkers/team that support you!
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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