Direct Support Professional Job at The Opportunity Tree, Phoenix, AZ

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  • The Opportunity Tree
  • Phoenix, AZ

Job Description


Description:

The Opportunity Tree Mission and Vision

To provide quality individualized services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in dynamic and innovative environments. The Opportunity Tree is committed to promoting the development of a society that fully embraces individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through inclusion, advocacy, and opportunities.

Direct Support Professional Job

The residential program's Direct Support Professional (DSP) supports and assists Members with developmental disabilities in developing/enhancing basic living and other life skills, promoting independence and individual choice.

Community Living homes are located in NW Phoenix.

Weekend Premium Rate: Hours worked on the weekend (Saturday and Sunday) now include a $1 per hour premium! Ask for more details.

  • Supervision of the Members' health, safety, and security to include assistance with Activities of Daily Living (eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, ambulation, and continence).
  • Coordinates the instruction and supervision of the Members in appropriate basic activities of daily living skills and recreational events in accordance with the Person-Centered Plan.
  • Encourage the Members to develop and maintain positive interpersonal skills.
  • Coordinate transportation, transport, and/or accompany according to their Person Center Plan.
  • Ensure proper medication procedures are followed for the Members.
  • Ensure physicians' orders are implemented correctly.
  • Responsible for developing/assisting to develop, implementing, documenting, and monitoring of each Member's program.
  • Responsible for communicating progress and issues in a timely manner to the appropriate staff.
  • Responsible for planning and maintaining Member's and household accounts.
Requirements:

Direct Support Professional Requirements:

  • Minimum of 18 years of age
  • Current driver license with Non-Restricted Motor Vehicle Record and compliance per the requirements of The Opportunity Tree's insurance carrier.
  • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write, speak, and listen effectively in English.
  • Experience: Preferred in the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) field.
  • Education: High school diploma or GED
  • Knowledge: Beginner MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, web browsing
  • Personal enthusiasm for participation in a non-profit organization, which provides services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Positive attitude and ability to represent The Opportunity Tree effectively in the community.
  • Successful completion and maintain all required training which may include CPR, First Aid, and Prevention and Support.
  • Successfully meet AZ-DPS requirements for Fingerprint Clearance Card.
  • Reliable transportation and possible travel for The Opportunity Tree business.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Work Environment:

  • Lift/carry/transfer minimum of 40 pounds.
  • Bend, kneel, and stoop.
  • Pushing or pulling of wheelchairs.
  • Reach/ reach overhead.
  • Walk/stand for extended periods.
  • Sit for extended periods.
  • Finger/hand/wrist dexterity to eye.

This position is considered a safety sensitive position.

Compensation details: 15-15 Hourly Wage

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Weekend work,

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