1:1 Care Support Assistant for Developmental Disabilities

State of Missouri; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern Office Setting

Growth Opportunities

Wellness Programs

State employee benefits

Job summary

The State of Missouri seeks a Support Care Assistant for a State facility in Poplar Bluff. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, monitoring clients, and contributing to one-on-one care under nurse supervision.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and participation in treatment sessions, with mandatory overtime on occasion. Applicants should have relevant experience with developmental disabilities, be at least 18, pass a background check, and be able to lift up to

Qualifications

• First-level direct care to assist clients with daily living activities.
• Participate in individual or group treatment activities as assigned.
• Teach or assist in developing client skills related to self-help, play, education, and socialization.
• Assist in checking vital signs, height, weight; provide basic health care.
• Maintain records and report changes in condition or behavior.
• Ensure a safe, clean and therapeutic environment; follow care protocols.
• May pass medications as certified; complete background screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care including feeding, bathing, dressing, and hygiene.
• Assist with activities of daily living and self-care tasks.
• Support therapy sessions in physical, activity, education, or vocational rehab.
• Observe and report client status and any changes to supervisors.
• Maintain accurate records of fluid intake/output and health data.
• Help ensure a safe environment and participate in security-related tasks if needed.
• Adhere to shift schedules and work overtime as required.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Patient care

Observation & reporting

Safety awareness

Overtime flexibility

Job description

The State of Missouri seeks a Support Care Assistant for a State facility in Poplar Bluff. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, monitoring clients, and contributing to one-on-one care under nurse supervision.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and participation in treatment sessions, with mandatory overtime on occasion. Applicants should have relevant experience with developmental disabilities, be at least 18, pass a background check, and be able to lift up to