Weekend & Evening Direct Support Professional

BlakeArizona; Safford (AZ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

403b with employer match

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Voluntary Life insurance

Voluntary Short-term Disability

Critical Illness insurance

Accident insurance

Employer paid life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Easterseals Blake Foundation is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with intellectual, physical, and developmental disabilities. You will support daily living tasks, personal care, and transportation to medical visits and activities.

Responsibilities include implementing ISP guidance, meal preparation, budgeting support, and safe mobility. A HS diploma or GED is required, with caregiving experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED.
• Caregiving experience (3 months) preferred.
• Ability to pass background checks and maintain certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with personal care, hygiene, eating, and mobility.
• Perform housekeeping tasks and community transportation for outings and appointments.
• Guide community participation, budgeting, nutrition, and daily routines.
• Administer medications or support self-administration as prescribed.
• Maintain up-to-date individual files and ISP readings.
• Report incidents and assist in incident form completion.
• Provide on-the-job training and support for member skill development.

Skills

Customer service

Team communication

Cultural sensitivity

Emergency response

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Easterseals Blake Foundation is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with intellectual, physical, and developmental disabilities. You will support daily living tasks, personal care, and transportation to medical visits and activities.

Responsibilities include implementing ISP guidance, meal preparation, budgeting support, and safe mobility. A HS diploma or GED is required, with caregiving experience preferred.