In Home Care for Flagstaff AZ

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

  Position Summary

  Direct Support Professionals provide daily care and support to individuals living in their homes or home-like settings. Staff assists with personal care, daily living skills, health monitoring, and community participation while promoting independence, dignity, and respect.

  Key Responsibilities

  • Clock in and out on time using the company timekeeping system
  • Accurately document services provided during each shift
  • Report any changes in an individual's health, behavior, or environment to management promptly
  • Follow all agency policies, procedures, and state regulations

  Personal Care & Health Support

  • Absorb personal hygiene, grooming, dressing, and feeding
  • Support mobility and ambulation as needed
  • Assist with toileting, including the use of bedpans, urinals, or commode chairs when necessary
  • Maintain health and wellness and report concerns
  • Remind or assist with medication self-administration after proper training

  Promoting Independence

  • Encourage individuals to build and maintain daily living skills
  • Support self-help activities and independence whenever possible
  • Foster positive and respectful relationships between housemates

  Home Support

  • Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable home environment
  • Perform light housekeeping duties, including laundry, bed making, and cleaning
  • Aid with meal planning, grocery shopping, food preparation, and clean-up

  Community Engagement

  • Accompany individuals to medical appointments and community activities
  • Transport individuals when required
  • Support participation in community events and daily activities

  Safety & Well-Being

  • Ensure the safety and well-being of individuals at all times
  • Maintain a respectful, supportive, and positive environment

  Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED (preferred or required, depending on program)
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Valid driver's license (for positions requiring transportation)
  • Ability to work in group home or home-like settings
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to interact professionally with individuals served, coworkers, families, and outside professionals
  • Ability to perform physical job duties, including bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and standing or walking for extended periods

  Required Training & Certifications

  • Medication Administration
  • CPR / First Aid
  • Prevention and Support / Behavioral Training
  • Additional training as required by Arizona state regulations or agency policy

  The Impact of Your Work

  • Liv[e] safely in their homes
  • Build independence and life skills
  • Participate in their community
  • Experience dignity, respect, and support