Direct Support Professional - Afternoons, Evenings and Weekends

Location: Mesa, AZ

Available Shifts: Afternoons, Evenings and Weekends

Job Type: Part-time

Salary Range: $17.00 - 18.00/hour

Job Description

Journey Services LLC is looking for caring and dedicated providers to become a part of our growing team! Our direct support professionals work with individuals with developmental and physical disabilities and the elderly in their homes and out in the community. Hours are part-time and mainly afternoons, evenings and weekends. This is a great job for individuals re-entering the workforce, looking for supplemental income or college students studying nursing, psychology, social work, special education or early childhood education!

Responsibilities

• Encourage independence and self-advocacy.
• Assist the individual with personal goals such as practicing communication and social skills or increasing their daily living skills (i.e. personal hygiene, cooking skills, etc.)
• Provide a positive and safe environment for the individual where they are able to have fun and learn.
• Engage in fun games and activities, in the home or out in the community.
• Transport individuals to community outings and events

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Obtain a Class-1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Obtain certification in CPR, First Aid and Article 9
• Reliable Transportation with proof of Arizona Driver's License, Current Vehicle Registration & Insurance
• Ability to transport members in own vehicle as needed

Experience

• Previous caregiving experience and experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred, but not required. We are willing to train the right candidate!

Benefits/Supplemental Pay:

• 3-month longevity stipend of $100
• 6-month longevity stipend of $100
• PTO/Sick time after 90 days
• Mileage reimbursement
• Referral program
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Paid training and professional development

• Must clear all background checks