Direct Care Worker - Day Program

Adelante Development Center, Inc.; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

403(b) Retirement

PTO

Sick Leave

Holiday Pay

Wellness programs

Job summary

Adelante Development Center, Inc. in Albuquerque seeks a Community Support Staff to assist adults with special needs in daily living, personal care, and community participation.

This full-time role runs Monday through Friday 7am–4pm with a $15.00 hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package. You will document progress, support ISP processes, train other staff, and help clients access community activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) required; post-high school/college preferred.
• Ability to speak English clearly with internal and external customers.
• Ability to read and write English to understand procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with daily living skills.
• Provide personal care and assist with eating.
• Document progress and recommend program changes.
• Assist training of other personnel as required.
• Participate in ISP process, team meetings, and time-study process.
• Prepare associated written documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Reading comprehension

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

$1,250 Hiring Bonus!

Do you love working with people? Join our team of caring and compassionate employees who are truly making an impact and a difference in peoples' lives! We offer paid training including, specialized certifications, a great benefit package including paid holidays, generous PTO, and more.

What is a Community Support Staff? Click here to find out!

At our Day Program we offer a variety of activity choices like computers, fine arts, crafts, gardening or fitness to our clients. More importantly, Adelante supports individuals to be out and about in the community learning about and enjoying many outdoor activities, accessing museums and cultural sites, and volunteering.

General Description of Duties:

As a Community Support staff you will get to;

• Assist adults with special needs in training of daily living skills.
• Provide assistance with eating and all aspects of personal care.
• Document individual's progress and make recommendations for program changes.
• Assist with training other personnel as required.
• Participate in the ISP process, team meetings, and time-study process.
• Prepare associated written documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Schedule & Pay:

Job Type: Full-Time, Monday thru Friday 7am - 4pm

Pay From: $15.00 per hour.

Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement, Paid Time Off (PTO), NM Sick Leave, Holiday Pay, employee referral & wellness programs, scholarships, employee loans, store discounts, and more!

Requirements

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) required with post high school, college preferred.
• Must have the ability to speak English clearly, distinctly and cordially with internal and external customers of Adelante.
• Have the ability to read and write English in order to understand and interpret written procedures.

Must pass background/fingerprint investigation, pre-employment drug screening and TB test. Must have own reliable transportation, valid NM driver’s license, insurable driving record and proof of current liability insurance. Must have effective verbal communication and writing skills. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. with assistance or independently, repeatedly throughout the day. Must be able to support up to 70-100 lbs. occasionally. Adelante is a drug free workplace. Adelante is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.