Direct Support Professional — Home and Community-Based Services

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional — Home and Community-Based Services role is onsite in Payson, AZ, supporting individuals in family homes and community settings. Pay is $17.50 per hour. Embrace Life Services provides personalized support to people with developmental disabilities. The DSP helps individuals pursue personal goals, maintain independence, and improve quality of life through daily living assistance, personal care, skill development, and community participation. The role also supports safety, follows individual support plans, and documents services and progress.

What you'll do

• Assist with daily living activities, personal care, mobility, and meal preparation
• support life-skill development and community engagement
• implement positive behavior support strategies
• document services and incidents
• communicate with families, guardians, and supervisors
• respond to emergencies and follow safety procedures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

home and community-based services

developmental disabilities

personal care

community integration

payson az

embrace life services

part-time

$17.50/hour

arizona fingerprint clearance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Dental insurance, health insurance, paid time off, referral program, and vision insurance.

Why this role

Schedules may include morning, afternoon, evening, or weekend availability. Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card and background check are required; CPR/First Aid, Article 9, and Prevention and Support certifications must be obtained.

About the employer

Embrace Life Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.