Supervising Support Care Assistant - SEMORS - Poplar Bluff

State of Missouri; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeast Missouri Residential Services, a State of Missouri facility in Poplar Bluff, MO, is seeking a Supervising Support Care Assistant. The role involves leading direct care staff, coordinating schedules, and ensuring quality care for consumers in group homes.

Qualified candidates will have experience with the developmentally disabled, strong work ethic, and a commitment to compassionate care. A valid driver’s license and a high school diploma are required, with potential overtime to meet

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Two to four years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and scheduling direct care staff for campus group homes.
• Oversees work of other Support Care staff.
• Communicates with doctors, clients, and families, and educates clients on care.
• As part of a treatment team, observing behavior and participating in habilitation programs.
• May provide transport to offsite appointments and application of restraints, when necessary.
• Schedule training for Support Care staff.
• Preparing reports, tracking leave requests, and assisting in group homes/SOP ISL with staffing/programming, etc. as necessary.
• Accountable for administering medications and other prescribed treatment such as taking vital signs, assisting with care plan activities, etc.
• Providing coverage in Group Homes as to meet consumer staffing needs as needed.
• May perform some security-related functions in a mental health care setting.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

Southeast Missouri Residential Services is a State of Missouri facility located at 2351 Kanell Blvd in Poplar Bluff, MO. We are professional, agile and innovative.

Our Work Environment Includes

• Modern Office Setting
• Growth Opportunities
• Wellness Programs

We're looking for a Supervising Support Care Assistant to join our team. A successful candidate has previous experience working with the developmentally disabled, a strong work ethic and an active interest in helping to care for our consumers. It is often said that there is no greater satisfaction than working directly with our consumers, and this is absolutely true. It's extremely rewarding, since many of our consumers are living well.

Shifts include: 7:00 pm - 7:00 am, with some mandatory overtime as required in order to meet the needs of the facility.

WHY DMH?

• Supervising and scheduling direct care staff for campus group homes.
• Oversees work of other Support Care staff.
• Communicates with doctors, clients, and families, and educates clients on care.
• As part of a treatment team, observing behavior and participating in habilitation programs.
• May provide transport to offsite appointments and application of restraints, when necessary.
• Schedule training for Support Care staff.
• Preparing reports, tracking leave requests, and assisting in group homes/SOP ISL with staffing/programming, etc. as necessary.
• Accountable for administering medications and other prescribed treatment such as taking vital signs, assisting with care plan activities, etc.
• Providing coverage in Group Homes as to meet consumer staffing needs as needed.
• May perform some security-related functions in a mental health care setting.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency.
• Must possess a valid drivers license.
• Knowledge of facility practices, rules, and regulations; methods and techniques of supervision.
• Ability to maintain records, schedules, and reports.
• Must pass background screening.
• Two-four years of relevant experience. (Substitutions may be allowed)

Please note that documentation that supports your eligibility (i.e. transcripts, employment records, etc.) may be required at any time during the application and hiring process.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

Alexsa White at 573-840-9068 or via email at [e-mail]