Support Care Assistant with South County Habilitation Center

State-of-Missour; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Generous leave and holidays

Health insurance eligibility

Job summary

South County Habilitation Center in Saint Louis, MO is seeking an entry-level direct care worker to support individuals with developmental disabilities and provide basic health care, education, activity therapy, physical therapy and vocational rehabilitation.

The role involves building effective relationships with clients and staff, as well as observing, reporting and maintaining documentation of clients' condition.

Qualifications

• Introductory knowledge of basic treatment techniques used in nursing, physical therapy, education and related areas.
• Graduation from the Missouri DMH basic training for Support Care Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Care for clients with developmental disabilities under supervision.
• Observe, report, and maintain documentation of clients' physical, mental and behavioral conditions.
• Work as part of a treatment unit and support staff to ensure a therapeutic environment.

Skills

Basic treatment techniques

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Observation & reporting

Education

Support Care Assistant training

Job description

This position is with South County Habilitation Center, located at 2312 Lemay Ferry Road Saint Louis, MO. 63125.

Why you’ll love this position:

This is entry-level direct care work involving the care and treatment of persons with developmental disabilities. This position will be performing basic work in health care, education, activity therapy, physical therapy, vocational rehabilitation and related areas.Work involves establishing effective interpersonal relationships with clients, co-workers, and other members of treatment unit and responsibility for observing, reporting, and maintaining documentation of physical, mental and behavioral condition of clients.

• SOME KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Introductory knowledge of basic treatment techniques used in nursing, physical therapy, activity therapy, education, vocational rehabilitation and related areas
• Ability to self-initiate responsible work performance and outcomes
• Ability to practice good interpersonal skills and use of hands-on skills (dependent care)
• Ability to work effectively on a team, and to work where needed to fill open spots
• Knowledge of behavior supports and ability to use approved techniques
• Good time and attendance record
• Ability to maintain a safe, clean and therapeutic environment for client care and treatment activities.
• Ability to accurately report and record observations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Be 18 years old or older
• Graduation from the basic training program instruction for Support Care Assistant provided by the Missouri Department of Mental Health.

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.

If you have any questions about the position, you may email Jennifer Corp at [e-mail]