Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Our multiple locations are looking to fill multiple positions!
Full Job Description
AJ's Safe Place Residential operate multiple DTA and Group Homes in Goodyear, AZ. These homes care for individuals with behavioral and developmental disabilities. Our Residential Group Homes operate on 3, 8 hours shifts (7 am-3 pm, 3 pm-11 pm, 11 pm-7 am) 365 days a year. Our caregivers work with medical care teams and case workers to provide care to our members ranging from basic household tasks to accompanying the members to their doctors appointment.
Past caregiving experience is a plus but it is not required! With ambitions of expanding, we are eager to build a team of good-hearted people who enjoy caring for others.
We plan and carry out direct care of individuals with behavioral and developmental disabilities. Our passion is making sure that those placed within our homes are made to feel loved, supported and encouraged in their everyday life; we want them to have a feeling of family and community. As a Caregiver/Direct Care Professional you will be working hands on with our residents in group, 1:1, and or 2:1 setting.
Basic & Key Responsibilities:
Dress Residents
Feed Residents
Assisting with Basic Household Chores
Coordinating Grocery Deliveries
Transport Residents to Appointments, Visits, and Activities
Provide emotional support & companionship
Monitor and ensure the health and safety of all individuals living in the home.
Administer medications as prescribed by a medical professional.
Prepare all necessary meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks etc.).
Implement habilitation objectives/goals as agreed upon by the ISP team.
When applicable implement behavior building plans.
Actively interact with individuals in the home throughout your shift.
Complete all required documentation before leaving shift.
Assist with preparing monthly activity calendar and weekly menus.
Ensure the home is clean and in good repair.Duties as assigned.
As a Caregiver / Direct Care Professional
You are a mandatory reporter. If you suspect any type of abuse or neglect; you will contact the appropriate authorities, DCS/APS, and your direct supervisor.
Completion of Incident Reports as directed.
Maintaining current qualifications and trainings.
Qualifications:
Ability to obtain/maintain a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
Ability to obtain/maintain a valid Drivers License
Must be at least 18 years of age
Proficient with the English language: written and verbal
Duties
Reading, writing, and carrying out directions
Charting or taking notes for others to review
Providing companionship and supportive listening
Reporting changes in the health or status of the client
Taking vitals, height, and weight
Feeding clients
Maintaining patient’s health equipment
Responding to emergency situations
Administering medication
Transporting client to appointments
Facilitating community and recreational outings, including transport
Providing support with hobbies, studies, and social activities

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No