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Senior Direct Support Professional

Location: Phoenix, AZ, United States
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Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are actively seeking a Senior Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in the Greater 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. You will also support a team with day-to-day operations and challenges as a team leader for an assigned location.

We are offering a $250 sign-on bonus for full-time staff (Must successfully pass 90 day introductory/probationary period per ED approval).
 
 We are also offering a $250 employee referral bonus for a full-time employee.(Referral must successfully pass 90 day introductory/probationary period per ED approval). 
 
Preferred: Five years of Direct Support Professional experience or at least one year of management experience.
 
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
  • Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
  • Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
  • Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
  • Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
  • Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
  • Ensure work locations and vehicles are clean, well maintained, and stocked with necessary supplies including groceries, medications, and cleaning supplies
  • Employees must cooperate with the licensee 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 work individually and with a team to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
Working Conditions
  •  Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community
  •  Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
  •  Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
  •  Overtime may be required due to business needs
  •  Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
  •  May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds
  •  May assist with wheelchair transfer of non-ambulatory participants
  •  May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases
Please click "Apply Now" or send resume to: [email protected]
 
Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! www.comop.org
 
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
 
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