Tucson Residence Foundation - Direct Support Professional/Mentor (Friday 6p - 6a, Saturday 10p - 6a, Sunday 10p - 9a)

Primary Hours: Set based on needs of individuals in service Hours Vary

Assist individuals served with personal hygiene, and health & safety issues that affect them. Lifting, moving, positioning, and transporting individuals served; (Hoyer Lifts, Wheelchairs, gate belt etc.) Must be able to lift 50 pounds to help provide support and safety for individuals supported. Obtain, administer, and maintain medications for individuals served Provide transportation for individuals served (if hired in a driving position) Attend, document and provide feedback for meetings and/or medical appointments for individuals served Purchase household and hygiene supplies as requiredB. Operations/Equipment Provide routine and on-going housekeeping and home maintenance of interior and exterior of the residence to provide a neat, clean, healthy, and safe environment Conduct and participate in evacuation and emergency plan drills and document the results Maintain and utilize all Agency equipment and appliances in a manner which will promote their longevity (i.e. observe maintenance schedules, repair as needed, follow manufacturer's directions for use, etc.)C. Professional/Operational Responsible for meeting all times assigned for scheduled duty Requests and notifies Supervisor of leave times in accordance with Agency procedure Interact and communicate with individuals served, their team members, other Agency personnel, and members of the community in an appropriate and professional manner Document the progress/status of individuals served and maintains files and records in accordance with Agency standards using Agency record keeping systems Attend required Agency and Agency-related meetings as directed Comply with all Agency Policies and Procedures as well as all applicable regulations and laws Acquire and maintain all certifications and training required by the Agency in a timely manner Complete special tasks and other duties as assigned Able to meet all background checks and personal history checks