Houseparent - North Avenue Home (Macon)

Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities in Georgia is seeking a Houseparent at North Avenue Home in Macon, GA. This role provides daily living support, training, and supervision in various settings, with varied shifts and a focus on client well-being.

The successful candidate will have at least a high school diploma or GED and one year of relevant experience, plus background checks and health screenings as required by state law.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of job-related experience providing social or direct care services to groups of special needs individuals.

Responsibilities

• Provides transportation for clients/residents to appointments and activities.
• Prepares and maintains records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager or supervisor.
• Plans, shops for, and prepare meals, including special diets, and assists families in planning, shopping for, and preparing nutritious meals.
• Performs housekeeping duties, such as cleaning, washing clothes and dishes, and running errands.
• Instructs clients/residents on daily living skills in one-on-one or group instruction.
• Cares for individuals and families during periods of incapacitation, family disruption or convalescence, providing companionship and personal care.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Daily living support

Behavioral guidance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title:

Houseparent - North Avenue Home (Macon)

Agency:

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000006630

Shift:

Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$36,608.00

Job Description:

Job Title: Houseparent - North Avenue Home (Macon, GA) Workplace: Central State Hospital Shift: Varied

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision, assists with daily living activities at the person's home, in a daytime non-residential facility or a residential facility. Provides training of basic personal and social skills, simple academics, or work skills to consumers/students in a state school, hospital, juvenile detention facility, residence, group home, workshop, or supported employment environment.

Job Duties:

• Provides transportation for clients/residents to appointments and activities.
• Prepares and maintains records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager or supervisor.
• Plans, shops for, and prepare meals, including special diets, and assists families in planning, shopping for, and preparing nutritious meals.
• Performs housekeeping duties, such as cleaning, washing clothes and dishes, and running errands.
• Participate in case reviews.
• May advise clients on behavioral problems, daily decision-making, and the resolution of minor problems.
• Instructs clients/residents on daily living skills in one-on-one or group instruction.
• Cares for individuals and families during periods of incapacitation, family disruption or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care, and help in adjusting to new lifestyles.
• Assists in presentation of educational group lectures related to appropriate topics.
• Arranges for needed medical care and provides needed services to assure that medical care is obtained

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years' experience working with Adult Mental Health Individuals
• High School Diploma or GED

Benefits Information:

For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/

Employment Requirements:

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia. The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:

• Drug Screening
• TB Evaluation
• Annual Influenza* *Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of job-related experience providing social or direct care services to groups of special needs individuals in a human service setting; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Client Support Worker 1 (SSS010) or position equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.