What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional IDD - Greater Phoenix position at HORIZON HEALTH AND WELLNESS INC?
Job Details
Description
Horizon Health and Wellness, Inc. has offered quality healthcare services to central and southern Arizona for over 40 years. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life of the individuals, families and communities we serve, and empower them to attain their optimum potential. Our most important organizational philosophy is Kindness Matters. It is how we do our business and an essential component in all our interactions with our patients and with each other.
WE OFFER:
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, vision insurance * full-time employees
- 401k investment plan with company match
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays * full-time employees
- Tuition reimbursement * full-time employees
- The opportunity to help us make a difference in the lives of the patients and communities we serve.
Position Summary & Qualifications
FULL AND PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES!
We are looking for compassionate individuals eager to make a difference in the lives of others. This role involves providing direct care services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a Direct Support Professional, you will guide community integration and inclusion, interact with families and significant others, and support individuals in participating in community activities. Your responsibilities will include ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of residents through proper supervision.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- HS diploma or GED
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Possess a valid Arizona driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, MVD report, and reliable transportation.
- Ability to prepare required paperwork to support and document activities in the contractually required timelines.
- Ability to type and working knowledge/familiarity with computers and electronic clinical record keeping.
- Obtain and pass post tests for First Aid, CPR, Article 9, Medication, and Prevention/Support Certification, DCW and any other required training. Agency will provide training if candidate does not possess.
- Able to operate independently with minimal oversight.
- Demonstrated skills to ensure respectful communication to participants and coworkers.
- Must obtain and maintain a fingerprint clearance card and pass a background check.
- Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays and a varied schedule each week.
- Willingness to cross-train and work at different locations in the area as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED:
- Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Sign Language.
- Prior experience in Habilitation or Rehabilitation.
- Associate's degree in the field.
- Two years of experience in a person-centered community integration program assisting persons with developmental and/or psychiatric disabilities.
- Two years of experience in habilitation/rehabilitative assistance to persons with psychiatric and/or developmental disabilities.
- Very strong interpersonal skills.
- Good communication skills.
