What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Caregiver position at AIRES LLC?
Make a meaningful impact—every day.
Are you seeking purpose-driven work where your efforts truly matter? AIRES is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs/Caregivers) to support adults with developmental disabilities in living more independent, fulfilling lives. We offer full-time, part-time, and on-call opportunities designed to fit a variety of schedules.
Role Overview
As a Direct Support Professional, you will provide hands-on support, encouragement, and advocacy to individuals in our care, helping them build skills, engage with their communities, and achieve personal goals in a safe and respectful environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with activities of daily living, including personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration.
- Support individuals in community involvement, social activities, and appointments.
- Promote independence, life skills, and personal growth while recognizing and celebrating achievements.
- Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all safety, health, and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate effectively with supervisors, families, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality services.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Compassionate, patient, and committed to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Reliable, professional, and able to communicate effectively in a team-based environment.
- Minimum age of 18; 21 or older with a valid Arizona driver’s license for driving positions.
- Ability to pass background checks, fingerprint clearance, and all required trainings.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive pay with paid training provided.
- Opportunities for career advancement and ongoing professional development.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
- Paid time off, holiday pay, and employee referral incentives.
Build a Career With Purpose
If you are motivated to make a difference and want to grow with a supportive, mission-driven organization, we invite you to apply and become part of the AIRES team.
Apply at www.aires.org
This position description is designed to outline primary responsibilities and qualifications. This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. Employees will be required to follow through on any other job-related instructions and to perform other job related duties as requested by the employer. This position description is not an employment contact, implied or otherwise.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.50 - $16.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $17