Job Type
Full-time
Description
Would you like to make a lasting impact in your local community? Put your talents to use by becoming a Direct Support Professional! We are offering a one-time sign on bonus for full time ($600) and part time ($300) positions after providing 30 days of dependable and consistent services!
Under the supervision of the Residential Coordinator, this position provides managerial and direct support to a licensed or unlicensed setting. (Typically, one home) Direct development, implementation, and oversight of Easterseals Blake Foundation Community Living Services residential services, including program and program staff management, compliance with all contractual, financial, and documentation requirements, and ensuring consistent and quality delivery of services. Duties include assessing, evaluating, and supervising services for individuals with developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and/or mental health challenges. Responsible for coordinating applicable services, social, vocational, educational, and community services/activities with residents. This position is distinguished from other CLS direct care positions by its responsibility for direct training of direct support professionals, implementation of program plans, program organization, and participating in medical, individual service plans, and social service activities directly related to ensuring the highest quality of support to residents.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements: or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Education -
- High School diploma or GED
- Associate Degree preferred
- Experience -
- Advanced experience managing human services delivery, development, quality assurance, or professional development training in the industry plus 2 years of experience in the health and human services/behavioral health field
- Regulatory -
- Minimum 21 years of age.
- Clean criminal background check and the ability to obtain and maintain an AZ DPS Level 1 fingerprint clearance card.
- Current valid, unrestricted driver's license, proof of insurance, and a driving record that meets the standards of the agency
- Maintain current CPR, First, Aid, Article IX, Prevention & Supports certification, training required for any Direct Support Professional position, and a variety of supervisory level training as required by Easterseals Blake Foundation