About Us

Embrace Life Inc., provides services and support to individuals who have developmental disabilities in our community. We have various locations throughout the Phoenix metropolitan and surrounding areas. At Embrace Life we believe in seeing our Members as individuals, connecting them with society, and helping them to become self-sufficient. We are currently seeking individuals to fill our East Valley locations.

About the role

We are looking for someone who is available to work a range of hours from 40 up to 56 hours weekly, per business needs. This position will report to the Regional Director.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Serve as a point of contact for our members, their families and/or guardians.
• Ability to follow directions, take initiative, and be coachable.
• Ability to use positive behavioral strategies and solutions during situations where members may be presenting behavioral issues.
• Check documentation daily member goals, medication logs (MAR) our agency uses the Therap application.
• Ensure medication is given daily and timely.
• Track attendance and update the schedule weekly.
• Conduct monthly house meetings.
• Keep house supplies stocked, to include a variety of choices for member consumption.
• Ensure the home is clean and sanitized daily.
• Find or provide staffing in the event of a gap in any of the 24/7 coverage.
• Provide transportation to various locations throughout the valley and surrounding areas.
• Respond to emergencies at the Group Home, 24/7.
• Attend via Zoom, telephonic, or in-person meetings, such as Person Centered Service Plan (PCSP) & Behavioral Treatment Plan (BTP), as well as other meetings with family, guardians, and DDD Support Coordinators.
• Perform other essential job duties, as assigned.
• Orient new staff to the residential program and members.

Must have:

• Honesty, dependability, kindness, collaborativeness, and professionalism at all times.
• Patience, openness, flexibility, and creative problem solving.
• Optimistic demeanor towards coworkers and Members.
• Ability to follow directions, take initiative, and be coachable.
• Leadership skills are required.

Requirements:
- A least 21 years of age.
- A High School diploma or GED. (preferred)
- Must obtain Arizona State Level One Fingerprint Clearance.
- Must acquire CPR/First Aid, Article 9, and Prevention and Support Certifications within 60 days of employment.

-Pass Federal and Arizona Criminal background check.

-E-Verify

- A clean 39-month MVD report AND a Valid Driver License.

- Have AT LEAST two (2) years of DSP experience or Equivalent of Direct Care Work with proven track record of increased responsibility.

-Have AT LEAST two (2) years, minimum of three (3) years preferred, of Supervisory experience with a track record of increased responsibility and proven success.

-Have a high level of proficiency and detail regarding documentation. (within the healthcare industry, preferred).

-Professionally and accurately communicate through verbal and written correspondence with healthcare and Government officials.

- Proficient with spelling and grammar.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Group home

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Direct Support work: 2 years (Required)
• Management: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Level 1 Fingerprint Card (Preferred)
• CPR/First Aid (Preferred)
• Article 9 (Preferred)
• Prevention and Support (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person