Support Care Assistant - ISL - SEMORS - Sikeston

State of Missouri; Sikeston (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Support Care Assistant to join their dedicated team. This role involves providing essential one-on-one care to individuals with developmental disabilities, ensuring their comfort and well-being. You will engage in meaningful activities, assist with daily living tasks, and contribute to a therapeutic environment. If you have a strong work ethic and a passion for making a difference in the lives of others, this is a rewarding opportunity to grow in a supportive setting. Join a team that values your contributions and offers a comprehensive benefits package to enhance your career journey.

Benefits

Defined Pension Plan

Generous Leave and Holiday Time

Health Insurance Coverage

Wellness Programs

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a valid driver license.
• Knowledge of general care and treatment of clients, including basic nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care services including assistance with daily living activities.
• Observe and report changes in clients' physical and emotional conditions.

Skills

First Aid

Medication Administration

Client Care

Communication Skills

Behavior Management Techniques

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Southeast Missouri Residential Services is a State of Missouri facility located at 112 Plaza Drive in Sikeston, MO. We are professional, agile, and innovative.

Our Work Environment Includes:

• Modern Office Setting
• Growth Opportunities
• Wellness Programs

We're looking for a Support Care Assistant to join our team of nurses who help provide one-on-one care for our consumers. 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 am - 3:00 pm, 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm, 11:00 pm - 7:00 am, 7:00 am - 7:00 pm & 7:00 pm - 7:00 am with mandatory overtime as required in order to meet the needs of the facility.

WHY DMH?

The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.

Responsibilities:

• First-level direct care services to include assisting clients with activities of daily living such as feeding, bathing, bed making, shaving, dressing, and other related tasks.
• Participating in implementing and conducting planned sessions of individual or group treatment activities in physical therapy, activity therapy, education, vocational rehabilitation, and related areas.
• Scheduling/Supervising as required in the absence of the Supervising Support Care Assistant.
• Observing, reporting, and recording changes in the physical condition, behavioral response, and emotional status of clients.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment for client care and treatment activities.
• Administering oral, rectal, vaginal, optic, ophthalmic, nasal, topical, and insulin injection medications, under professional supervision, and after certification by facility officials.
• Preparing and maintaining records and reports; circulating and implementing directives.
• Performing moderately complex duties without detailed instruction; performs other related work as assigned.
• Reporting to work on time and as scheduled.
• Working overtime as needed to retain adequate staffing.
• Requires heavy lifting up to 50 pounds and the ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Teach or assist in developing client skills related to self-help, play, education, and socialization.
• Assists in checking vital signs, height, and weight as assigned; provides basic health care; collects and maintains records of fluid intake and output; and reports on condition of clients.
• May perform internal environment of care checks or perform some security-related functions in a mental health care setting.
• May be responsible for passing medications (as medication aide) after certification by facility officials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a valid driver license.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• 0-1 year of relevant experience (substitutions may be allowed).
• Possess adequate vision to read written material.
• Possess adequate hearing.
• Must be able to successfully pass Level One Medication Aide certification within one (1) month of assignment, or longer if training by facility is not made available during that time.
• Knowledge of the general care and treatment of clients, including basic nursing, first aid, and emergency treatments. Ability to work with clients with physical or mental illness, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and/or the geriatric populations. Ability to perform first aid and emergency treatments as instructed.
• Knowledge of elementary behavior medication techniques, medical terminology, and drug classifications. Ability to prepare and maintain records, charts, and reports.
• Must pass background screening.

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.

For inquiries, please contact:
Kimberly Puckett
573-840-9324
[e-mail]