Direct Care Assistant - Developmental Disabilities Support

State-of-Missour; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Generous leave and holidays

Health insurance eligibility

Job summary

South County Habilitation Center in Saint Louis, MO is seeking an entry-level direct care worker to support individuals with developmental disabilities and provide basic health care, education, activity therapy, physical therapy and vocational rehabilitation.

The role involves building effective relationships with clients and staff, as well as observing, reporting and maintaining documentation of clients' condition.

Qualifications

• Introductory knowledge of basic treatment techniques used in nursing, physical therapy, education and related areas.
• Graduation from the Missouri DMH basic training for Support Care Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Care for clients with developmental disabilities under supervision.
• Observe, report, and maintain documentation of clients' physical, mental and behavioral conditions.
• Work as part of a treatment unit and support staff to ensure a therapeutic environment.

Skills

Basic treatment techniques

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Observation & reporting

Education

Support Care Assistant training

Job description

South County Habilitation Center in Saint Louis, MO is seeking an entry-level direct care worker to support individuals with developmental disabilities and provide basic health care, education, activity therapy, physical therapy and vocational rehabilitation.

The role involves building effective relationships with clients and staff, as well as observing, reporting and maintaining documentation of clients' condition.