Senior Direct Support Professional

Community Options, Inc.; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Great coworkers

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in the Phoenix metro area is hiring a Full-Time Senior Direct Support Professional to provide person-centered care to individuals with IDD and lead a local team.

You will support daily routines, health monitoring, and community activities while ensuring documentation and compliance. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and experience in IDD support.

Qualifications

• Experience providing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Ability to establish a supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and person-centered planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care tailored to ISP/PCP for individuals with IDD.
• Train team members to support programmatic goals and routines.
• Assist with daily routines including meals, medications, and hygiene.
• Monitor health needs and report concerns promptly.
• Maintain accurate program documentation and billable records.
• Engage individuals in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Keep locations and vehicles clean, stocked, and compliant with policies.
• Cooperate with staff during inspections and investigations.

Skills

Person-centered care

Team leadership

Communication skills

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 a Full-Time Senior Direct Support Professional in the Phoenix, AZ area. The Senior Direct Support Professional (DSP) is responsible for providing person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This person will also support a team with day-to-day operations and challenges as a team leader for an assigned location.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities tailored to their Individual Support Plan (ISP)/Person Centered Plan (PCP)
• Assist with training team members to support programmatic initiatives, goals, daily routines, and the unique needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking established meal plans, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean, well maintained, and stocked with necessary supplies including groceries, medications, and cleaning supplies
• 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
• Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• 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 EmployerM/F/D/V

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