DIRECT CARE ASSISTANT I

Maryland; Salisbury (MD); In loco; USD 32.000 - 42.000; Tempo pieno

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The Direct Care Assistant I (DCA I) at MDH Holly Center in Salisbury, MD provides direct daily living support to residents under active treatment. A Maryland Nursing Assistant license is required, with duties focusing on safety, engagement, and quality care within the facility.

Education must be a high school diploma or equivalent; six months of relevant care experience is required. This role is emergency essential and located at 926 Snow Hill Road, Salisbury, Maryland.

Competenze

• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Six months of experience in direct care for patients/clients who are aged, ill, or have developmental disabilities.

Mansioni

• Provide consistent Active Treatment for residents, assisting with activities of daily living.
• Maintain a safe, comfortable environment and support engagement and participation.
• Perform duties in compliance with Maryland Nursing Assistant requirements and facility policies.

Conoscenze

Certified Nursing Assistant

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

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GRADE

ASTD10

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Holly Center
926 Snow Hill Road
Salisbury, MD 21084

Main Purpose of Job

The Direct Care Assistant I (DCA I) must possess a Certified Nursing Assistant licensed from the Maryland Board of Nursing. The DCA I position is responsible for providing consistent Active Treatment for individuals residing at MDH - Holly Center, which includes assisting individuals with activities of daily living, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment, and fostering engagement.

This position is considered emergency essential.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Experience: Six months of experience in work assisting in the care, treatment, habilitation or rehabilitation of patients and/or clients that are aged, physically ill, have behavioral health diagnoses, or have intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Notes:

• 1. Applicants may substitute experience in patient or client direct care on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of the required education.
• 2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Hospital Corpsman classifications or Health Care Specialist and Medical Services specialty codes in the health related field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• 1. Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a current certificate as a Nursing Assistant from the Maryland State Board of Nursing OR within sixty days from date of hire and prior to performing delegated nursing tasks, must have successfully completed a Board of Nursing approved Nursing Assistant training program and received certification as a Nursing Assistant from the Board of Nursing.
• 2. Employees in this classification located in facilities that provide long term care for the aged may be required to possess or obtain a Geriatric Aide certificate.
• 3. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
• 4. Some employees in this classification may be required to operate vans which require a specific motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
• 5. Employees in this classification may be required to successfully complete training in and maintain current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• 1. Employees in this classification must have successfully completed a direct care training course or examination approved by the hiring facility prior to permanent appointment to a position.
• 2. Employees in this classification are subject to call-in and will be required to provide the facility with a telephone number at which they can be reached.
• 3. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.