Client Support Aide PT (1:1) - Oakwood Group Home

Unison Behavioral Health Group; Blackshear (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Unison Behavioral Health Group in Georgia seeks a 1:1 care assistant for a female resident in a 24/7 group home. Under supervision, you provide protective oversight, supervise personal care, recreation and in-community activities, and help with medications after proxy training.

You will perform daily vital signs, prepare meals, light housekeeping and documentation by computer. The role is 29 hours per week with shifts including nights as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 21 years old to apply.
• Minimum 6 months of social service experience.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record (<6 points).
• Must be able to lift with no restrictions for client care.

Responsibilities

• Provide protective care and watchful oversight of a female resident in a 24/7 group home.
• Supervise personal care, recreation and community activities.
• Assist with client medications after proxy training.
• Complete daily vital signs, prepare meals, and perform daily house cleaning/laundry.
• Complete documentation by computer daily.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Observation skills

Flexible hours

Training in daily living

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location: Oakwood Group Home Closing date: open until filled

Hourly Rate: $15.39

Job Description: 1:1 position: Under general supervision, provides protective care and watchful oversight of female resident one on one with developmental disabilities in a residential/home life environment in a 24-hour/7-day facility. Provides supervision of personal care, recreation and activities in the community. Assist with client medications once proper proxy training is completed. Will complete daily vital signs, prepare meals, and perform daily house cleaning/laundry. Will complete documentation by computer daily.

Job Schedule: Will work 29 hours per week. Hours for this position will wary and will include night shift work as needed.

Competencies: Ability to observe and monitor program participants’ behavior; ability to train program participant in routine daily living skills; ability to work flexible hours; ability to participate in supportive guidance. Must be proficient with computers.

Required Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent.Must be at least 21 years old to apply. A minimum of 6 months of social service experience. Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a clean driving record with less than 6 points. Must be able to lift with no restrictions for client care. Experience with home visiting and/or working with the developmentally delayed population preferred but not required. Due to the nature of the group home only female applicants will be considered

Additional Notes: Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive and interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. UBH is a tobacco-free campus.