Direct Care Worker - Day Program

Adelante Development Center, Inc.; Belen (NM); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

403(b) Retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Adelante Development Center, Inc. is hiring a Community Support Staff in Belen, New Mexico. This full-time position requires a High School Diploma, with preference for post-secondary education. Responsibilities include assisting adults with special needs in daily living skills, providing personal care, and documenting progress. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, a 403(b) retirement plan, paid time off, and more. A $1,250 hiring bonus is also offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to speak English clearly and distinctively.
• Ability to read and write English for procedure interpretation.
• Effective communication with internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with special needs in daily living skills training.
• Provide assistance with eating and personal care.
• Document individual progress and recommend program changes.
• Assist in training other personnel as required.

Skills

Effective verbal communication

Writing skills

Ability to assist with personal care

Education

High School Diploma (or equivalent)

Post high school education preferred

Job 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?

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

• 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.

Other Requirements

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.