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Caregiver (Special Needs) -After School Program

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Cottonwood Heights, UTFull-time$17.5–19/hrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$17.5–19/hr
Location
Cottonwood Heights, UT
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver’s License

Job overview

OPPO is hiring a Caregiver (Special Needs) -After School Program. The part‑time caregiver role works noon to 7 pm M‑F, offering creative arts, community outings, and mentorship while ensuring participants’ health, safety, and well‑being. It provides hands‑on caregiving experience, leadership development, and the chance to make a lasting difference.

Key focus areas include Provide direct care and supervision to program participants, Plan and participate in engaging daily activities, and Document progress and maintain communication with leadership.

Successful candidates bring 21+ Years Old, Valid Driver’s License, and Current Auto Insurance & Registration. Preferred (not required): Compassion, Patience, Positivity, and Support Complex Behaviors.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CompassionPatiencePositivitySupport Complex BehaviorsActive Hands‑on EnvironmentTransport Clients

Qualifications

Must Be 21+Valid Driver’s LicenseCurrent Auto Insurance and RegistrationAbility to Lift 50 Lbs

Full job description

PartTime

Midvale, UT, US

Salt Lake City, UT, US

Salary Range: $17.50 To $19.00 Hourly

Caregiver (Special Needs)

Job Posting Title Caregiver/DSP

Job Description

Why You’ll Love This Role

This isn’t your typical 9–5.

This role works between the hours of noon and 7:00pm M-F, varying days/shifts.

This is a part Time Role

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

  • 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!

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