Direct Care Worker/Caregiver

UCPSA Direct Care Worker/Caregiver
Wage: $17.00/hour
Hours: Full and part time hours are available to you!

You are inspired by the idea of working with a mission driven non-profit dedicated to the delivery of quality home and community based care.  Work in partnership with an individualized support team of professionals enhancing the lives of people of all ages living and thriving with disabilities. 

If you are seeking a position where you can combine your passion and purpose for serving others join our team of cool, creative colleagues. 

Perks
We provide care 24/7, so you can build a flexible schedule around your availability (especially if you need late afternoons/early evenings and weekends!)
Ability to cross train with different departments with UCPSA
Progressive benefits for eligible employees
No experience needed! We offer paid training! 
Job Duties
Here are some of the ways our DCWs support our clients and their unique needs.
Personal Care (assistance with bathing/toileting/general grooming etc.)
Meal Preparation
Medication Administration
Housekeeping (laundry, dishes, vacuuming, cleaning personal spaces etc.)
General Supervision
DCWs also can provide respite services to clients that include similar tasks. This allows the primary caregiver (typically a family member) to take a break from their duties while knowing their loved one is cared for in their absence. 
Adhere to a weekly schedule with good attendance and punctuality 
Complete and maintain required certifications and trainings
Adhere to all agency policies and requirements 

Requirements
18 years of age or older
Ability to travel independently to client’s visits
Ability to obtain a FA/CPR certification 
Ability to obtain Tuberculosis clearance
Successful fingerprint and DES/CPS/APS clearance
Ability to work without direct supervision
Ability to lift 50 pounds and meet the physical requirements of caregiving

Preferred
Prior experience as a caregiver or in a related field
Availability on weekday afternoons/early evenings and weekends

At United Cerebral Palsy of Southern Arizona, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individuals race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.  If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at rmurray@ucpsa.org

United Cerebral Palsy of Southern Arizona will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.