Direct care professional job description

• Awarded the Caring.com CARING SUPER STAR Employer & Provider for the last 3 years: We truly are a CARING SUPER STAR place to build your career.

Join our team and discover a career that is both rewarding and purposeful! An OPPORTUNITY to bring JOY to your life and the lives of the people you assist.

Always Best Care will support your SUCCESS

BENEFITS:

• WEEKLY PAY! Every Friday Payday!!! Happy Dance
• COMPETITIVE PAY! Entry level caregivers start at $17.00/hour
• PAID TIME OFF
• CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND PAID TRAINING
• INCENTIVES & REWARDS FOR A JOB WELL DONE
• SHIFT TIME CHOICE = FLEXIBILITY

Why work in a facility where you are responsible for up to 15 residents?

Work ONE-ON-ONE with your client in the comfort of their home: Earn great money and be rewarded for a job well done!

We have positions in Longmont, Boulder, Lafayette, Louisville, Broomfield, Erie, Westminster and other locations in North Metro Denver and Boulder County!

Available shifts may be from 4-12 hours: weekdays, weekends, overnights, mornings and evenings. Choose the times that work best for you = FLEXIBILITY & CHOICE

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Caregivers provide Activity of Daily Living (ADL's) Assistance such as personal care (transferring, dressing, bathing, toileting, etc.) and basic companion care (light housekeeping, transportation, meal preparation etc.) in the comfort of the client's home.

American Training is seeking full-time and part-time Direct Support Professional ( Community Support Colleague) for our Specialized Housing locations in Merrimack Valley. This person provides direct care and affirms the dignity of all Guests and Residents by supporting their right to participate in their communities as productive workers, valued neighbors and friends. This candidate facilitates contacts and linkages in the community to strengthen goals outlined in the Individual Service Plan. They provide support to Residents in the maintenance of their homes including such tasks as: cooking meals, shopping, cleaning and laundry, and supports, encourage and ensure that personal preferences, goals and aspirations are a part of every Resident's lives on a daily basis. (All shifts available 7am-3pm, 3-11pm or 11pm-9am).

Who's a great fit for the Direct Support Professional (DSP)? American Training is looking for DSP with the following experience and skills:

• At least one year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
• Basic computer skills and strong organization and communication skills.
• Use the highest standard of ethical conduct at all times, this includes respecting the confidentiality of Colleagues and Residents.
• Positively promote the image of Guests with Developmental Disabilities and American Training, Inc.
• A valid driver's license, the use of a personal vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage and a satisfactory CORI are required.
• Frequent walking, standing and driving. Must be able to lift 40 pounds. Must be able to sustain in a fast paced environment with a high energy level. Must be able to physically implement First Aid/CPR to Guests in response to an emergency situation and or the implementation of a Treatment Plan.

Flexibility in scheduling for many shifts in our beautiful residential homes in Andover, MA, North Andover, MA, Groveland, MA, Lawrence, MA, Dracut, MA, Haverhill, MA and Methuen, MA.

We are looking for a talented individual with a deep commitment to working as part of a skilled team and a true passion for advocating for American Training Guests, to ensure that they are receiving quality services while incorporating our WOW! Magic philosophy.
We offer a competitive benefits package; medical and dental insurance, life and disability, vsp vision, generous earned time off, paid holidays and vacation, a FUN work environment, paid training and much more!

Residential Counselor
In our Feeding Hills Program – for people with Developmental Disabilities
We’re looking for inspiring team members who enjoy bringing out the best in people and are especially motivated to work with adults with Disabilities.
As a Residential Counselor, you will: · assists residents with personal care (bathing, dressing, and eating); · drive them to appointments, errands, and to community events; · you will be required to complete daily shift notes and other communications;· help with their exercise programs, play games, work on projects, and share time outside; · help prepare meals, clean, do laundry, and help keep the home pleasant and comfortable. You’re someone who has: · High School Diploma or GED is required;· valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record;· physical ability to perform the requirements of this position and ensure residents safety;· basic computer/office skills;· physical ability to perform the requirements of this position and ensure residents safety;· Background check (CORI).
Schedule:
(3091)
Tuesday-Friday 3pm-7pm
Saturday 9am-3pm
Total 22hrs

(2876)
Sunday 9am-9pm
Monday 3pm-11pm
Total 20hrs

(3090)
Friday 3pm-10pm
Saturday 9am-9pm
Total 19hrs

(3354)
Saturday-Sunday 11am-7pm
Total 16hrs

(3419)
Friday 3pm-11pm
Saturday 9am-11pm
Total 22hrs

(3420)
Sunday 9am-11pm
Monday 3pm-7pm
Total 18hrs
Pay & Benefits:
We offer a wage of $15.50/hour—**
plus a bonus of $1.50/hr for every hour worked until 12/31/22
**- $0.75 wage differential for Medication Administration Program (MAP) certification. We provide paid orientation and training for certification in Medication Administration Program (MAP), CPR & First Aid, and Proactive Approaches to Behavioral Challenges (PABC) if applicable. We also offer a generous time-off package; comprehensive health and dental insurance plans; a 403(B) retirement plan, with employer matching; long-term disability benefits; paid life insurance; tuition assistance; and several more benefit options.
Interested?
We look forward to hearing from you! ServiceNet is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are proud to be a tobacco-free employer.