Part-Time Direct Care Worker

Community Living Centers; Michigan; On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization seeks a Part-Time Direct Care Worker in Michigan. You will provide essential support to adults with developmental disabilities through meal preparation, assisting with personal care, and transportation. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma, reliable transportation, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. This entry-level role offers flexible afternoon shifts and requires background checks for employment.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license required.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation, laundry, and light household chores.
• Assist with daily living activities such as bathing and dressing.
• Monitor health and safety of consumers.
• Transportation of residents to outings and appointments.

Skills

Effective communication

Reliability

Knowledge of Culture of Gentleness/Gentle Teaching

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Part-Time Direct Care Worker – Community Living Centers

Do you have a passion for helping others? Do you want to enhance the quality of life for others? If so, we have the perfect job for you!

Community Living Centers, Inc. provides support to adults with developmental disabilities in a residential AFC environment. Our goal is to provide safe and comfortable homes that are welcomed in their communities. We actively promote wellness of body, mind, and spirit by providing an enriching environment of opportunities for all of our residents.

Currently, we have part‑time positions for Afternoons (2 p‑10 p). Must be able to work weekend shifts.

Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally.

You must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.

You must pass employment, motor vehicle, and criminal background checks as a condition of contract employment.

Have a high school diploma or GED.

Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Locations Include: Farmington, Farmington Hills, Royal Oak, and Southfield.

Duties

• Meal preparation, laundry, light household chores.


• Activities of daily living (such as bathing, grooming, dressing, etc.).


• Keep consumers safe and monitor health and safety.


• Take residents on outings.


• Participation and assistance at medical appointments.


• Transportation ability.


• Knowledge of Culture of Gentleness/Gentle Teaching.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally.


• You must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.


• You must pass drug, alcohol, employment, motor vehicle, and criminal background checks as a condition of contract employment.


• Have a high school diploma or GED.


• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.


• Must have a current and valid driver's license.

Required Training

• Recipient Rights


• Emergency Preparedness


• Cultural Competency


• Due Process


• Limited English Proficiency


• Medication


• Bloodborne Pathogens


• HIPAA


• Nutrition


• Person Centered Planning


• CPR/First Aid

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Part-time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Non-profit Organizations

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