Employment Arizona

Direct Support Professional - In Home Care- Southwest Valley

• Must Be Bi-Lingual
• Experience and/or education in the field of developmental disabilities or related field preferred.
• Must have a desire and interest in working with people with disabilities or special needs.
• Must be at least (18) years of age
• Must pass background clearance
• Specific language abilities (other then English) may be required to meet the needs of the people/families receiving support and demonstrate a knowledge of and respect for cultural differences.

• Provide assistance to people receiving support through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Demonstrate respect and promote choice.
• Promote the rights of people receiving support and contribute to an environment that is free of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation.
• Support people in achieving outcomes identified in the person's plan. This includes keeping required documentation and any other prescribed or related task.
• Assist people (as applicable to the person) with the following supports: Daily Living, Hygiene, Intimate Care, Mobility, Accessing their community, Lifting/Transferring, Behavioral supports to include redirecting and/or physically supporting people using approved techniques, Adequate Supervision.
• Act as an appropriate role model and support people in using appropriate language, dress, table manners, respect, and other behavior as needed.
• Ensure that clean and safe environment is maintained.
• Quickly and effectively respond to emergency situations.

• Must be able to take personal responsibility for actions.
• Report to work on time as scheduled.
• Attend staff meetings and other mandatory training as required by RISE.
• Must work well with other team members by demonstrating the ability to cooperate with others in the group.

American Sign Language Direct Support Professional - Residential Program - Mesa area

The Direct Support Professionals provide direct support to people through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision and Values and in compliance with all regulations and policies.

REPORTS TO: Group Home Team Leader
SALARY: Hourly wages  $8.50/hr
LOCATION: Services are provided in the East Valley (Mesa)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be American Sign Language proficient.
  
• Experience and/or education in the field of developmental disabilities or related field preferred.
• Must have a desire and interest in working with people with disabilities or special needs.
• Must be at least (18) years of age
• Must pass background clearance
• Specific language abilities (other then English) may be required to meet the needs of the people/families receiving support and demonstrate a knowledge of and respect for cultural differences.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide assistance to people receiving support through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Demonstrate respect and promote choice.
• Promote the rights of people receiving support and contribute to an environment that is free of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation.
• Support people in achieving outcomes identified in the person's plan. This includes keeping required documentation and any other prescribed or related task.
• Assist people (as applicable to the person) with the following supports: Daily Living, Hygiene, Intimate Care, Mobility, Accessing their community, Lifting/Transferring, Behavioral supports to include redirecting and/or physically supporting people using approved techniques, Adequate Supervision.
• Act as an appropriate role model and support people in using appropriate language, dress, table manners, respect, and other behavior as needed.
• Ensure that clean and safe environment is maintained.
• Quickly and effectively respond to emergency situations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AS A TEAM MEMBER:

• Must be able to take personal responsibility for actions.
• Report to work on time as scheduled.
• Attend staff meetings and other mandatory training as required by RISE.
• Must work well with other team members by demonstrating the ability to cooperate with others in the group.

Submit resumes or employment inquiries to:  arisejobs@acumen2.net
Fax to 480-497-8387 Attn: Staffing Coordinator or apply in person at:
4554 E Inverness Ave Ste 216 Mesa, AZ 85206
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Direct Support Professionals- In Home Care and Residential- Clifton / Sierra Vista / Tucson/ Duncan

The Direct Support Professionals provide direct support to people through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision and Values and in compliance with all regulations and policies.

REPORTS TO: Program Coordinator or Group Home Team Leader

SALARY:  $8.50/HR
LOCATION: Services are provided in the (Tucson, Sierra Vista, Duncan, Clifton and other areas)
RELEVANT INFORMATION: Flexible locations (We match providers with families near their homes)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience and/or education in the field of developmental disabilities or related field preferred.
• Must have a desire and interest in working with people with disabilities or special needs.
• Must be at least (18) years of age
• Must be at least (21) years of age; if applying for a driver position. And must pass drug test.
  
• Must pass background clearance.
• Specific language abilities (other then English) may be required to meet the needs of the people/families receiving support and demonstrate a knowledge of and respect for cultural differences.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide assistance to people receiving support through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Demonstrate respect and promote choice.
• Promote the rights of people receiving support and contribute to an environment that is free of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation.
• Support people in achieving outcomes identified in the person's plan. This includes keeping required documentation and any other prescribed or related task.
• Assist people (as applicable to the person) with the following supports: Daily Living, Hygiene, Intimate Care, Mobility, Accessing their community, Lifting/Transferring, Behavioral supports to include redirecting and/or physically supporting people using approved techniques, Adequate Supervision.
• Act as an appropriate role model and support people in using appropriate language, dress, table manners, respect, and other behavior as needed.
• Ensure that clean and safe environment is maintained.
• Quickly and effectively respond to emergency situations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AS A TEAM MEMBER:

• Must be able to take personal responsibility for actions.
• Report to work on time as scheduled.
• Attend staff meetings and other mandatory training as required by RISE.
• Must work well with other team members by demonstrating the ability to cooperate with others in the group.

Submit resumes or employment inquiries to:  arisejobs@acumen2.net
Fax to 480-497-8387 Attn: Staffing Coordinator
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Direct Support Professional - In Home Care - Kingman and Bullhead City

The Direct Support Professionals provide direct support to people through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision and Values and in compliance with all regulations and policies.

REPORTS TO: Program Coordinator or Group Home Team Leader
SALARY: Hourly wages$8.50/ hr
LOCATION: Services are provided in Kingman, and Bullhed City

RELEVANT INFORMATION: Flexible locations (We match providers with families near their homes)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience and/or education in the field of developmental disabilities or related field preferred.
• Must have a desire and interest in working with people with disabilities or special needs.
• Must be at least (18) years of age
• Must be at least (21) years of age; if applying for a driver position. And must pass drug test.
  
• Must pass background clearance
• Specific language abilities (other then English) may be required to meet the needs of the people/families receiving support and demonstrate a knowledge of and respect for cultural differences.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide assistance to people receiving support through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Demonstrate respect and promote choice.
• Promote the rights of people receiving support and contribute to an environment that is free of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation.
• Support people in achieving outcomes identified in the person's plan. This includes keeping required documentation and any other prescribed or related task.
• Assist people (as applicable to the person) with the following supports: Daily Living, Hygiene, Intimate Care, Mobility, Accessing their community, Lifting/Transferring, Behavioral supports to include redirecting and/or physically supporting people using approved techniques, Adequate Supervision.
• Act as an appropriate role model and support people in using appropriate language, dress, table manners, respect, and other behavior as needed.
• Ensure that clean and safe environment is maintained.
• Quickly and effectively respond to emergency situations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AS A TEAM MEMBER:

• Must be able to take personal responsibility for actions.
• Report to work on time as scheduled.
• Attend staff meetings and other mandatory training as required by RISE.
• Must work well with other team members by demonstrating the ability to cooperate with others in the group.

Submit resumes or employment inquiries to:  arisejobs@acumen2.net
Fax to 928-753-1583 Attn: Staffing Coordinator or apply in person at:
114 Tucker Ste 8  Kingman AZ
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American Sign Language Direct Support Professional - In Home Care - Bullhead City

The Direct Support Professionals provide direct support to people through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision and Values and in compliance with all regulations and policies.

REPORTS TO: Program Coordinator or Group Home Team Leader
SALARY: Hourly wages $8.50/hr
LOCATION: Services are provided in the Bullhead City
RELEVANT INFORMATION: Flexible locations (We match providers with families near their homes)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be American Sign Language proficient.
  
• Experience and/or education in the field of developmental disabilities or related field preferred.
• Must have a desire and interest in working with people with disabilities or special needs.
• Must be at least (18) years of age
• Must be at least (21) years of age; if applying for a driver position. And must pass drug test.
  
• Must pass background clearance
• Specific language abilities (other then English) may be required to meet the needs of the people/families receiving support and demonstrate a knowledge of and respect for cultural differences.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide assistance to people receiving support through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Demonstrate respect and promote choice.
• Promote the rights of people receiving support and contribute to an environment that is free of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation.
• Support people in achieving outcomes identified in the person's plan. This includes keeping required documentation and any other prescribed or related task.
• Assist people (as applicable to the person) with the following supports: Daily Living, Hygiene, Intimate Care, Mobility, Accessing their community, Lifting/Transferring, Behavioral supports to include redirecting and/or physically supporting people using approved techniques, Adequate Supervision.
• Act as an appropriate role model and support people in using appropriate language, dress, table manners, respect, and other behavior as needed.
• Ensure that clean and safe environment is maintained.
• Quickly and effectively respond to emergency situations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AS A TEAM MEMBER:

• Must be able to take personal responsibility for actions.
• Report to work on time as scheduled.
• Attend staff meetings and other mandatory training as required by RISE.
• Must work well with other team members by demonstrating the ability to cooperate with others in the group.

Submit resumes or employment inquiries to:  arisejobs@acumen2.net
Fax to 480-497-8387 Attn: Staffing Coordinator.
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Home and Community Based Services Program Coordinator - Sierra Vista / Clifton area

The Program Coordinator is responsible for the management of the Home and Community Based Services through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision, and Values and in compliance with all regulations and policies.

REPORTS TO: Regional Director

SALARY: DOE

LOCATION: Services are based in the Sierra Vista and Clifton areas

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED and at least a combination of two (2) years supervising staff and experience working in a related field.
• Familiarity with the State System for Developmental Disabilities Division.
• Must have verbal and written communication skills adequate to the specific job.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• Must pass background clearance.
• Ability to work flexible hours when needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide management and support in a manner that meets and exceeds the expectation of RISE consumers.
• Responsible to recruit, hire, coach, train and discipline direct support professionals.
• Maintain necessary records, logs, and other documentation as required by the planning teams, RISE, and the state.
• Attend all staff meetings and other mandatory training as required.
• Complete payroll summaries for employees accurately and within designated time frames ensuring compliance with DOL regulations.
• Demonstrate respect and promote choice for those whom we support; daily activities shall be based on the person's choice and plan's outcomes.
• Promote the rights of people receiving support and contribute to an environment that is free of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation.
• Establish partnerships with RISE consumers, i.e. supervisor, staff, each respective family / guardian and funding agencies.
• In conjunction the planning team, assist clients in identifying their plan outcomes.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of each person's plan on a monthly basis. If the plan is not meeting the person's needs, will coordinate a team meeting to reevaluate the plan and develop a solution.
• Quickly and effectively respond to emergency situations; will be responsible for rotation of emergency phone in a monthly basis.

Please submit resumes and letters of interest to: arisejobs@acumen2.net Or Fax to 480-497-8387 Attn: Staffing Coordinator

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Direct Support Professional - In Home Care - West Valley

The Direct Support Professionals provide direct support to people through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision and Values and in compliance with all regulations and policies.

REPORTS TO: Program Coordinator
SALARY: Hourly wages (Attendant Care $8.50/hr; Habilitation $8.50/hr; Respite $8.25/hr)
LOCATION: Services are provided in the WestValley (Glendale, Central Phoenix, West Phoenix, Avondale, Buckeye, Tolleson, Laveen, Surprise and other areas)
RELEVANT INFORMATION: Flexible locations (We match providers with families near their homes)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience and/or education in the field of developmental disabilities or related field preferred.
• Must have a desire and interest in working with people with disabilities or special needs.
• Must be at least (18) years of age
• Must pass background clearance
• Specific language abilities (other then English) may be required to meet the needs of the people/families receiving support and demonstrate a knowledge of and respect for cultural differences.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide assistance to people receiving support through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Demonstrate respect and promote choice.
• Promote the rights of people receiving support and contribute to an environment that is free of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation.
• Support people in achieving outcomes identified in the person's plan. This includes keeping required documentation and any other prescribed or related task.
• Assist people (as applicable to the person) with the following supports: Daily Living, Hygiene, Intimate Care, Mobility, Accessing their community, Lifting/Transferring, Behavioral supports to include redirecting and/or physically supporting people using approved techniques, Adequate Supervision.
• Act as an appropriate role model and support people in using appropriate language, dress, table manners, respect, and other behavior as needed.
• Ensure that clean and safe environment is maintained.
• Quickly and effectively respond to emergency situations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AS A TEAM MEMBER:

• Must be able to take personal responsibility for actions.
• Report to work on time as scheduled.
• Attend staff meetings and other mandatory training as required by RISE.
• Must work well with other team members by demonstrating the ability to cooperate with others in the group.

Submit resumes or employment inquiries to:  arisejobs@acumen2.net
Fax to 480-497-8387 Attn: Staffing Coordinator or apply in person at:
8607 N 59th Ave Ste B-4 Glendale AZ

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Direct Support Professional - Residential Program - Paradise Valley and Scottsdale area

The Direct Support Professionals provide direct support to people through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision and Values and in compliance with all regulations and policies.

REPORTS TO: Group Home Team Leader
SALARY: Hourly wages $8.50/hr; Part time schedules, All shifts
LOCATION: Services are provided in the (Scottsdale and Paradise Valley - 85250 areas)


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience and/or education in the field of developmental disabilities or related field preferred.
• Must have a desire and interest in working with people with disabilities or special needs.
• Must be at least (18) years of age.
• Must be at least (21) years of age; if applying for a driver position. And must pass drug test.
  
• Must pass background clearance
• Specific language abilities (other then English) may be required to meet the needs of the people/families receiving support and demonstrate a knowledge of and respect for cultural differences.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide assistance to people receiving support through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Demonstrate respect and promote choice.
• Promote the rights of people receiving support and contribute to an environment that is free of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation.
• Support people in achieving outcomes identified in the person's plan. This includes keeping required documentation and any other prescribed or related task.
• Assist people (as applicable to the person) with the following supports: Daily Living, Hygiene, Intimate Care, Mobility, Accessing their community, Lifting/Transferring, Behavioral supports to include redirecting and/or physically supporting people using approved techniques, Adequate Supervision.
• Act as an appropriate role model and support people in using appropriate language, dress, table manners, respect, and other behavior as needed.
• Ensure that clean and safe environment is maintained.
• Quickly and effectively respond to emergency situations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AS A TEAM MEMBER:

• Must be able to take personal responsibility for actions.
• Report to work on time as scheduled.
• Attend staff meetings and other mandatory training as required by RISE.
• Must work well with other team members by demonstrating the ability to cooperate with others in the group.

Submit resumes or employment inquiries to:  arisejobs@acumen2.net
Fax to 480-497-8387 Attn: Staffing Coordinator or apply in person at:
4554 E Inverness Ave Ste 216 Mesa, AZ 85206

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Licensed Pediatric Occupational Therapist - East Valley

The Early Intervention Program continues to grow. The Core Team is composed of the following disciplines: Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech and Language Pathologists and Developmental Special Instructionists.

The Arizona Early Intervention Program provides support to families of children birth to three years of age with disabilities or special developmental needs, helping them to build on their child's strengths, and to enhance and promote the child's growth, development and learning skills in their natural environment.

REPORTS TO: Director of Early Intervention Services
LOCATION: Services are provided in the East Valley (Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Tempe and East Phoenix).
SALARY: Competitive salary starting at $55 per hr.

THIS IS AN INDEPEDENT CONTRACT POSITION WITH OPTION OF BECOMING AN EMPLOYEE AND QUALIFY FOR BENEFITS.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy at time of contract offer.
• Must Hold or be eligible to obtain Arizona State Licensure at time of contract offer. 
• Hold all necessary credentials before reaching a contract.
• Pediatric experience a plus
• In-Home therapy experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Candidates must pass background clearance.
• Travel to attend meetings/training, and to provide services in a natural setting.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Therapists will work as part of a comprehensive multidisciplinary team in order to provide screenings, assessments, planning, and on going services in collaborations with the child's family and other community representatives.
• Therapists will participate in a one-on-one sessions.
• Supports and services are conducted in a natural environment (typically home, daycare, park, etc.), in context of the family's typical routines and activities so that information is meaningful and directly relevant to supporting the child.
• Flexible schedule, willing to work evening or weekends, as needed for service provision to families.

CONTINUING EDUCATION:

If contracted or employed as a licensed, registered, and certified professional Occupational Therapist; the practitioner shall complete the continuing educations units required to maintain professional credentialing. Services are supported under contract with Arizona Early Intervention Program (AzEIP) participating agency.

Please submit letters of interest and resume to: arisejobs@acumen2.net Fax 480-497-8387 Attn: Staffing Coordinator or apply online

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Licensed Pediatric Physical Therapists - East Valley

The Early Intervention Program continues to grow. The Core Team is composed of the following disciplines: Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Pathologists and Developmental Special Instructionists.

The Arizona Early Intervention Program provides support to families of children birth to three years of age with disabilities or special developmental needs, helping them to build on their child's strengths, and to enhance and promote the child's growth, development and learning skills in their natural environment.

REPORTS TO: Director of Early Intervention Services
LOCATION: Services are provided in the East Valley (Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Tempe and East Phoenix).
SALARY: Competitive salary starting at $55 per hr.

THIS IS AN INDEPENDENT CONTRACT POSITION WITH OPTION OF BECOMING AN EMPLOYEE AND QUALIFY FOR BENEFITS.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy at time of contract offer.
• Must Hold or be eligible to obtain Arizona State Licensure at time of contract offer.
• Hold all necessary credentials before reaching a contract.
• Pediatric experience a plus
• In-Home therapy experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Candidates must pass background clearance.
• Travel to attend meetings/training, and to provide services in a natural setting.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Therapists will work as part of a comprehensive multidisciplinary team in order to provide screenings, assessments, planning, and on going services in collaborations with the child's family and other community representatives.
• Therapists will participate in a one-on-one sessions.
• Supports and services are conducted in a natural environment (typically home, daycare, park, etc.), in context of the family's typical routines and activities so that information is meaningful and directly relevant to supporting the child.
• Flexible schedule, willing to work evening or weekends, as needed for service provision to families.

CONTINUING EDUCATION:

If contracted or employed as a licensed, registered, and certified professional Physical Therapist; the practitioner shall complete the continuing educations units required to maintain professional credentialing. Services are supported under contract with Arizona Early Intervention Program (AzEIP) participating agency.

Please submit letters of interest and resume to: arisejobs@acumen2.net Fax 480-497-8387 Attn: Staffing Coordinator or apply online

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P/T Direct Support Professional - Residential Program - Glendale area

The Direct Support Professionals provide direct support to people through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision and Values and in compliance with all regulations and policies.

REPORTS TO: Group Home Team Leader
SALARY: Hourly wages $8.50/hr
LOCATION: Services are provided in the West Valley (Glendale)


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience and/or education in the field of developmental disabilities or related field preferred.
• Must have a desire and interest in working with people with disabilities or special needs.
• Must be at least (18) years of age
• Must be at least (21) years of age; if applying for a driver position. And pass a drug test.
• Must pass background clearance
• Specific language abilities (other then English) may be required to meet the needs of the people/families receiving support and demonstrate a knowledge of and respect for cultural differences.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide assistance to people receiving support through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Demonstrate respect and promote choice.
• Promote the rights of people receiving support and contribute to an environment that is free of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation.
• Support people in achieving outcomes identified in the person's plan. This includes keeping required documentation and any other prescribed or related task.
• Assist people (as applicable to the person) with the following supports: Daily Living, Hygiene, Intimate Care, Mobility, Accessing their community, Lifting/Transferring, Behavioral supports to include redirecting and/or physically supporting people using approved techniques, Adequate Supervision.
• Act as an appropriate role model and support people in using appropriate language, dress, table manners, respect, and other behavior as needed.
• Ensure that clean and safe environment is maintained.
• Quickly and effectively respond to emergency situations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AS A TEAM MEMBER:

• Must be able to take personal responsibility for actions.
• Report to work on time as scheduled.
• Attend staff meetings and other mandatory training as required by RISE.
• Must work well with other team members by demonstrating the ability to cooperate with others in the group.

Submit resumes or employment inquiries to:  arisejobs@acumen2.net
Fax to 480-497-8387 Attn: Staffing Coordinator

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Licensed Pediatric Speech and Language Pathologist / East Valley

The Early Intervention Program continues to grow. The Core Team is composed of the following disciplines: Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Pathologists and Developmental Special Instructionists.

The Arizona Early Intervention Program provides support to families of children birth to three years of age with disabilities or special developmental needs, helping them to build on their child's strengths, and to enhance and promote the child's growth, development and learning skills in their natural environment.

REPORTS TO: Director of Early Intervention Services
LOCATION: Services are provided in the East Valley (Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Tempe and East Phoenix).
SALARY: Competitive salary starting at $55 per hr.

THIS IS AN INDEPENDENT CONTRACT POSITION WITH OPTION OF BECOMING AN EMPLOYEE AND QUALIFY FOR BENEFITS.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a Maters Degree in Speech and Language Pathology at time of contract offer.
• Must Hold or be eligible to obtain Arizona State Licensure at time of contract offer.
• Hold all necessary credentials before reaching a contract.
• Pediatric experience a plus
• In-Home therapy experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Candidates must pass background clearance.
• Travel to attend meetings/training, and to provide services in a natural setting.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Therapists will work as part of a comprehensive multidisciplinary team in order to provide screenings, assessments, planning, and on going services in collaborations with the child's family and other community representatives.
• Therapists will participate in a one-on-one sessions.
• Supports and services are conducted in a natural environment (typically home, daycare, park, etc.), in context of the family's typical routines and activities so that information is meaningful and directly relevant to supporting the child.
• Flexible schedule, willing to work evening or weekends, as needed for service provision to families.

CONTINUING EDUCATION:

If contracted or employed as a licensed, registered, and certified professional Speech and Language Pathologist; the practitioner shall complete the continuing educations units required to maintain professional credentialing. Services are supported under contract with Arizona Early Intervention Program (AzEIP) participating agency.

Please submit letters of interest and resume to: arisejobs@acumen2.net Fax 480-497-8387 Attn: Staffing Coordinator or apply online.

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P/T Direct Support Professional - In-Home Care - Yuma

• Experience and/or education in the field of developmental disabilities or related field preferred.
• Must have a desire and interest in working with people with disabilities or special needs.
• Must be at least (18) years of age
• Must pass background clearance
• Specific language abilities (other then English) may be required to meet the needs of the people/families receiving support and demonstrate a knowledge of and respect for cultural differences.

• Provide assistance to people receiving support through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Demonstrate respect and promote choice.
• Promote the rights of people receiving support and contribute to an environment that is free of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation.
• Support people in achieving outcomes identified in the person's plan. This includes keeping required documentation and any other prescribed or related task.
• Assist people (as applicable to the person) with the following supports: Daily Living, Hygiene, Intimate Care, Mobility, Accessing their community, Lifting/Transferring, Behavioral supports to include redirecting and/or physically supporting people using approved techniques, Adequate Supervision.
• Act as an appropriate role model and support people in using appropriate language, dress, table manners, respect, and other behavior as needed.
• Ensure that clean and safe environment is maintained.
• Quickly and effectively respond to emergency situations.

• Must be able to take personal responsibility for actions.
• Report to work on time as scheduled.
• Attend staff meetings and other mandatory training as required by RISE.
• Must work well with other team members by demonstrating the ability to cooperate with others in the group.

Submit resumes or employment inquiries to:  arisejobs@acumen2.net
Fax to 480-497-8387 Attn: Staffing Coordinator or apply in person at:
1700 S. 1st Ave. Ste 110  Yuma, AZ 85364

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Developmental Specialist Interventionist- Mesa & Phoenix

The Arizona Early Intervention Program provides support to families of children birth to three years of age with disabilities or special developmental needs, assisting them on learning developmental skills such as gross motor, fine motor, language, and facilitate engagement in activities, routines and events of everyday life.

REPORTS TO: Director
SALARY: DOE
LOCATION: Mesa and Phoenix

RELEVANT INFORMATION:

This is an independent contract position. This contract will be covering a case load in the Central Phoenix area

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Developmental Specialists will work as part of a comprehensive multidisciplinary team in order to provide screenings, assessments, planning, and on going services in collaborations with the child's family and other community representatives.
• Demonstrate knowledge in DDD policies and Professionalism, Child Development, Family Professional Partnerships, Teaming, Assessment and Evaluation, Planning and Intervention.
• Developmental Specialist participate in a one-on-one sessions.
• Supports and services are conducted in a natural environment (typically home, daycare, park, etc.), in context of the family's typical routines and activities so that information is meaningful and directly relevant to supporting the child.
• Flexible schedule, willing to work evenings or weekends, as needed for service provision to families.

CONTINUING EDUCATION:

If contracted or employed that does not require licensure, registration, certification, (Developmental Specialists), the practitioner shall maintain active and on-going professional development activities, as required and supported under contract with DDD participating agency.

REQUIREMENTS

• A Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood, Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, or other related field as required by the specific discipline.
• Pediatric experience a plus 0-3 yrs old.
• In-Home experience
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Travel to attend meetings/training, and to provide services in a natural setting.
• Candidates must pass background clearance

Please submit resumes and letters of interest to: arisejobs@acumen2.net Or Fax to 623-930-4987 Attn: Recruiter

Developmental Specialist Interventionist

Developmental Specialist Interventionist

The Arizona Early Intervention Program provides support to families of children birth to three years of age with disabilities or special developmental needs, assisting them on learning developmental skills such as gross motor, fine motor, language, and facilitate engagement in activities, routines and events of everyday life.

REPORTS TO: Coordinator                                                                SALARY: DOE
LOCATION: Central Phx, East Valley, South/West Valley

RELEVANT INFORMATION:

This is an independent contract position. This contract will be covering a case load in the Central Phoenix area, East Valley and South/West Valley.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Developmental Specialists will work as part of a comprehensive multidisciplinary team in order to provide screenings, assessments, planning, and on going services in collaborations with the child's family and other community representatives.
• Demonstrate knowledge in DDD policies and Professionalism, Child Development, Family Professional Partnerships, Teaming, Assessment and Evaluation, Planning and Intervention.
• Developmental Specialist participate in a one-on-one sessions.
• Supports and services are conducted in a natural environment (typically home, daycare, park, etc.), in context of the family's typical routines and activities so that information is meaningful and directly relevant to supporting the child.
• Flexible schedule, willing to work evenings or weekends, as needed for service provision to families.

CONTINUING EDUCATION:

If contracted or employed that does not require licensure, registration, certification, (Developmental Specialists), the practitioner shall maintain active and on-going professional development activities, as required and supported under contract with DDD participating agency.

REQUIREMENTS:

A Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood, Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, or other related field as required by the specific discipline.

Pediatric experience a plus 0-3 yrs old.

In-Home experience

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Travel to attend meetings/training, and to provide services in a natural setting.

Candidates must pass background clearance

Please submit resumes and letters of interest to: arisejobs@acumen2.net Or Fax to 623-930-4987 Attn: Recruiter

Direct Support Professional - East/West Valley

Direct Support Professional

JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: AZ Direct Support Professional (Residential) DATE: February 2007

EEO CLASSIFICATION: 09    EXEMPT STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Residential Coordinator
SALARY:  $8.50/HR
LOCATION:  EAST SIDE & WEST SIDE

PURPOSE:

Provides direct support to people through the implementation of the RISE Mission, Vision and Values and in
compliance with all regulations and policies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience and education in the field of developmental disabilities or related field preferred.
• Must have a desire and interest in working with people with disabilities or special needs.
• Must have verbal and written communication skills adequate to the specific job.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years.
• Must be over twenty-one (21) years if required to drive a RISE vehicle and meet other requirements as
 specified by the RISE Insurance Agency.
• Satisfactory background check.
• Specific language abilities (other than English) may be required to meet the needs of people/families
 receiving support, and demonstrate a knowledge of and respect for cultural differences.
• Reliable transportation to the work site and access to a telephone.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide assistance to people receiving support through the implementation of the  RISE mission, vision,
 and values.
• Demonstrate respect and promote choice.
• Promote the rights of people receiving support and contribute to an environment that is free of abuse,
 neglect and or exploitation.
• Support people in achieving outcomes identified in the person’s plan. This includes keeping required
 documentation and any other prescribed or related task.
• Assist people (as applicable to the person) with the following supports:
 A. Daily living;
 B. Hygiene;
 C. Intimate care;
 D. Mobility;
 E. Encouraging relationships;
 F. Accessing their community;
 G. Lifting/transferring;
 H. Therapeutic objectives;
 I. Behavioral supports to include redirecting and/or physically supporting people using approved
  techniques.
 J. Adequate supervision.
 K. Medication and medical issues when indicated.  Shall follow medical protocols and doctor’s
  orders and implement specialized interventions for dealing with unique health needs as required.
 L. Others as identified by the team.

• Act as an appropriate role model and support people in using appropriate language, dress, table manners,
 respect, and other behavior as needed.
• Ensure that clean and safe environments are maintained.
• Quickly and effectively respond to emergency situations such as fire, application of First Aid, CPR,
 approved medical protocols, behavior intervention, etc.
• Follow RISE personnel practices and policies which include (but are not limited to:
 A. Reporting to work on time as scheduled
 B. Refraining from excessive absenteeism
 C. Obtaining prior approval by following established procedures when time off is desired including
  reporting to supervisor (per RISE policy) for absence from work.
 D. Work all hours as scheduled
 E. Attend staff meetings and other mandatory training as required by RISE.
• Follow all RISE and State policies and procedures
• Maintain necessary records, logs, and other documentation as required per ISPP, RISE policy and State
 requirements.

Team Lead - Residential Group Home - East Valley

Team Lead - Residential Group Home

The Team Leader is responsible for the management of the residential supports through the implementation of the RISE mission, vision and values and in compliance with all regulations and policies.

LOCATION: East Valley- Residential Setting

SALARY: $28,500/yr

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience of at least two (2) years Supervising staff and experience working in a related field.
• Knowledge of DDD is a plus
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Candidate must pass background clearance

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide management and support in a manner that meets and exceeds the expectation of RISE customers.
• Responsible to recruit, hire, coach, train, and discipline direct support professionals.
• Assures that supports meet expectations of all policies and procedures.
• Complies with all DES/DDD and other relevant licensing requirements
• Maintain necessary records, logs, and other documentation as required by the planning teams, RISE, and the state.
• Attend all staff meetings and other mandatory training as required.

Please submit letters of interest and resume to: arisejobs@acumen2.net
Apply online at www.riseservicesinc.org
Fax: 480-497-8387 Attn: Staffing Coordinator or apply online
EEO Employer