Direct Support Professional - One-to-One

Job Description

Job Description

BACKGROUND: Since 1952, Beacon Group has been creating opportunities for people with disabilities across Southern Arizona, Phoenix and beyond. As a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit, Beacon serves over 1,700 people with disabilities each year. Beacon provides job training and placement, supported and center-based employment, and day treatment programs to assist nearly two-thirds of working-age people with disabilities who do not have a job. As a Beacon employee, you can be a part of delivering our mission and improving the lives of people with disabilities.

POSITION INTRODUCTION: Beacon focuses on career development and promotion for Direct Support Professionals -people are at the core of everything we do. If you are looking for a career and not just a job, you are in the right place! Providing one-to-one training and support services to a male client who will be performing outside landscaping/grounds duties. Client requires consistent supervision. Applicant must be a male due to nature of position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Candidate must be patient, compassionate, reliable

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Must be able to pass all background screens and drug screen.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain fingerprint clearance card.
• Must have valid AZ driver's license and good driving record.
• Able to work effectively with staff, client and the public.

WORK HOURS AND SCHEDULE: 7:30am- 3:30pm M-F.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage all qualified persons with disabilities and veterans to apply. If your disability requires accommodation, please discuss it with us as we are happy to work with you.