Caregiver-Group Homes EAST VALLEY

EOE Statement

The Little Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. The Little Foundation makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and current business needs.

To promote equal opportunity, we :

• Use inclusive language in all signs, documents, and webpages.
• Modify structures and facilities to accommodate people with disabilities.
• Provide parental leave and flexible work arrangement policies.
• Hire, train, and evaluate employees through job-related criteria.
• Allow employees to take religious or national holidays that are not included in our company's official schedule.
• Train employees on communication and diversity.
• Implement open-door practices so employees can report discrimination more easily.

Grievance Procedure

All supervisors and managers are responsible for enforcing equal opportunity practices. Everyone is expected to comply with our policy by treating others with respect. If you observe or suspect that our EEO policies are being violated, please inform HR immediately. Employees can address the offender directly. We will investigate promptly.

Disciplinary Consequences

When someone discriminates, they will be subject to disciplinary action depending on the severity of their actions. For example, unintentionally offending a coworker may warrant a reprimand, but systematically harassing someone may result in demotion or termination.

About the Organization

The Little Foundation was established to provide home and community-based services for individuals with developmental disabilities in the greater Phoenix area.

Currently, The Little Foundation offers the following Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) to eligible members through the Arizona Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DES / DDD) :

We are pleased to announce that The Little Foundation will soon expand its services to support our community better and meet the evolving needs of the people we serve.

We are committed to providing compassionate and high-quality care and support to the people we assist, while also supporting our team members in their growth and development. Thank you for joining us on this journey.

Description

Direct Care Staff Job Description and Expectations

The Direct Care Staff (DCS) 's role is to ensure that the member schedules are followed and that documentation is complete and accurate. The DCS is the frontline worker of the group home and completes the required tasks to ensure we meet the wants / needs of the members. The DCS's role is critical to The Little Foundation's goal of Making the Impossible

Possible.

Roles and Responsibilities :

The Direct Care Staff position is paid an hourly wage dependent on experience and knowledge.

Direct Care Staff Responsibilities :

Ensuring staffing needs are maintained according to the Planning Document

Ensuring staffing ratios are being met, and DCS may be required to stay late if the next staff member is late for a shift

Ensure required documentation is captured accurately and in a timely manner.

Transport members to appointments or scheduled / unscheduled activities

Completing / submitting Incident Reports (IRs) timely and accurately to your supervisor

Attending PCSP meetings if requested

Participate in scheduled activities

Working with members to increase independence

Complete required training promptly

Assist members with successfully meeting their Planning Outcomes

Assure the Health & Safety of the members

Immediately report issues to your manager

Communicate all staffing concerns and member complaints to the manager

Must be on time for scheduled shifts

Must have a valid Driver's License (exceptions apply)

DCS Benefits :

16 hours of paid Vacation annually (when requested 2 weeks in advance)

40 hours of paid Sick Time annually (accrued)

Annual Evaluations and Pay Raises, dependent on performance

401K

Bonus Opportunities

An opportunity to grow within the agency

Training

Opportunity to enhance the lives of the people we serve

Pay Rate is $14.70-$17 (DOE)

This list is not all-inclusive, as you may be assigned additional tasks as needed / required.

Number of Openings

20

Hiring Manager(s)

Mainga Little

Full-Time / Part-Time

Full-Time and / or Part-Time

Position Requirements

Must be able to qualify for a Level 1 Fingerprint Card.

Must be available for training within the first 14 days of employment- all trainings are in-house and offered at no cost (must maintain 6 months of employment to receive a copy of certificates.)

Pay Range

$14.70-$17 hr. (DOE)

This position is currently accepting applications.