Senior Caregiver

SafePlace Corporation; Arizona; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A community care provider is seeking a reliable Senior Caregiver to support adults with developmental disabilities in Arizona. This hands-on role involves assisting with daily living activities, medication administration, and guiding staff to ensure compliance in a DDD-licensed setting. Ideal candidates are patient, organized, and committed to compassionate care while maintaining a structured environment. Opportunities for leadership and growth within the team are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in group homes or DDD services preferred.
• Calm and professional behavior management skills.
• Comfortable providing hands-on support.

Responsibilities

• Assist members with daily living skills.
• Support independent living skill development.
• Administer medications as per orders.

Skills

Experience with adults with developmental disabilities

Behavior management

Ability to assist with ADLs

Strong documentation skills

Medication administration willingness

Job description

We are seeking a dependable and experienced Senior Caregiver (Lead DSP) to support adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in a DDD-licensed group home setting.

In this role, you will provide hands‑on support with daily living skills, behavioral support, medication assistance, and community integration. As a Senior Caregiver, you will also help guide other staff on shift to ensure the home operates safely, consistently, and in compliance with DDD standards.

This is a working leadership role — you will actively support members while helping maintain structure, documentation, and quality of care.

If you are reliable, patient, and confident supporting adults with disabilities, this is an opportunity to grow into a leadership position within a supportive team environment.

Duties

• Assist members with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including hygiene, dressing, grooming, toileting, meal preparation, and mobility
• Support members in developing independent living skills
• Provide behavioral redirection and follow Behavior Support Plans as needed
• Administer medications according to physician orders and DDD policies (if certified)
• Document daily notes, incidents, and required records accurately and on time
• Monitor member health, safety, and well‑being and report concerns promptly
• Ensure proper staff‑to‑member ratios are maintained on shift
• Help train and guide new staff members
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized home environment
• Assist with transportation to appointments and community activities
• Support meal planning and proper food handling procedures
• Ensure compliance with DDD regulations and company policies

Experience & Qualifications

• Experience working with adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities preferred
• Experience in group homes, DDD services, behavioral health, or similar settings strongly preferred
• Ability to assist with ADLs and provide hands‑on support
• Comfortable managing behaviors in a calm and professional manner
• Medication administration certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving recordStrong documentation and communication skills
• Ability to lift, transfer, and support members safely as required

Ideal Candidate

• ✔ Reliable and consistent
• ✔ Patient and calm under pressure
• ✔ Comfortable guiding coworkers during shift
• ✔ Organized and detail‑oriented
• ✔ Compassionate but firm
• ✔ Committed to maintaining a safe and structured home environment

Important Note

This is not a desk job.
This is a hands‑on caregiving role with added responsibility to help maintain structure and accountability on shift.