Caregiver (Special Needs)
OPPO LLC
Location (2)
Midvale, Utah
Salary
$18 - $20 / HOUR
Locations
2 listed locations
Quick overview
The caregiver will provide direct care, supervision, and support for individuals with special needs while planning engaging daily activities. They are also responsible for documenting progress, ensuring client safety, and transporting participants within the community.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid driver's license with current auto insurance and registration. The role requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and support safe transfers.
Job description
Caregiver (Special Needs)
Job Posting TitleCaregiver/DSP
Job Description
Why you’ll love this role
This isn’t your typical 9–5.
You’ll spend your days
- Getting creative with arts, games, and new experiences
- Exploring the community
- Mentoring and uplifting individuals in meaningful ways
Every day is different—and every day matters.
- What you’ll gain
- Real, hands-on experience in caregiving, education, or human services
- Leadership development opportunities
- A chance to make a lasting difference in someone’s life
- What you’ll do
- Provide direct care and supervision to program participants
- Plan and participate in engaging daily activities
- Support individuals with daily living needs (ADLs)
- Document progress and maintain communication with leadership
- Ensure health, safety, and well-being during all activities
- Transport clients and travel within assigned areas
What we’re looking for
Minimum Requirements
- 21+ years old
- Valid driver’s license
- Current auto insurance & registration
You’ll Stand Out If You
- Bring compassion, patience, and positivity
- Are comfortable supporting individuals with complex behaviors
- Thrive in active, hands-on environments
PHYSICAL & ACTIVITY EXPECTATIONS • Active role
- walking, standing, moving throughout the day
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and support safe transfers
Position Details
• Location: Salt Lake County
About the Company
We take great pride in providing exceptional Vocational Rehab, Home-based, and Community-based services to people in Utah who would otherwise be marginalized. We have been changing client and employee lives since 2011. Since that time, we have created safe, happy, and healthy OPPOrtunities for countless individuals!
Benefits
- Leadership development opportunities
- Hands-on experience in caregiving
- Education experience
- Human services experience