Support Staff to work with Adolescents

Aacres LLC; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Aacres LLC in Port Orchard is offering a part-time and on-call opportunity in their Adolescent Program, providing support to youths with developmental disabilities in a group home setting.

Staff are required to assist with various responsibilities including client instruction, personal hygiene, and documentation. Candidates should have a positive attitude and be willing to complete required training and background checks.

Qualifications

• Strong belief in promotion from within.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background check and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Client Instruction.
• Assist in Client Household/Yard Maintenance Tasks.
• Assist in Client Personal Hygiene.
• Facilitate and Assist Clients in Community Based Activities and Resources.
• Facilitate and Assist Clients in Health Appointments.
• Supervise and Document Client Medications.
• Work to Ensure Safety and Security of Clients.
• Promote Positive Relationships with Clients.
• Report all Suspected Incidents of Abuse/Neglect.
• Maintain Client Cash and Program Funds.
• Adhere to all Company Policies and Procedures.
• Documentation.
• Maintain Professionalism at all Times.
• Respect for Client Confidentiality Issues.
• Positive Attitude and Demeanor.
• Attend all Required Trainings and Maintain any Required Licenses.

Job description

Aacres was founded in 1974 on the philosophy of providing individualized community support for people with developmental disabilities. Our belief is that our clients can live in and contribute to the community when provided appropriate support.

We have a strong commitment to serving people which is the cornerstone of our strength and success. Accepting people with respect and creativity enhances our ability to stand beside them through the difficult times in their lives.

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for employment with our Adolescent Program. The ADAPT program provides support to youths with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a group home environment.

We have openings in our Bonney Lake and Port Orchard home and are looking for Part Time (up to 39 hours per week) and On-Call staff. We provide support 24 hours per day 7 days a week; therefore, staff is expected to be available to work any shift.

Basic Duties Include

• Facilitate Client Instruction
• Assist in Client Household/Yard Maintenance Tasks
• Assist in Client Personal Hygiene
• Facilitate and Assist Clients in Community Based Activities and Resources
• Facilitate and Assist Clients in Health Appointments
• Supervise and Document Client Medications
• Work to Ensure Safety and Security of Clients
• Promote Positive Relationships with Clients
• Report all Suspected Incidents of Abuse/Neglect
• Maintain Client Cash and Program Funds
• Adhere to all Company Policies and Procedures
• Documentation
• Maintain Professionalism at all Times
• Respect for Client Confidentiality Issues
• Positive Attitude and Demeanor
• Attend all Required Trainings and Maintain any Required Licenses

Qualifications

Aacres strongly believes in promotion from within, so please note that we will review our internal candidate pool prior to considering external candidates. The Company reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to evaluate the needs of the Company, as well as the qualifications of all employees and job applicants when making a hiring decision.

Drug Free Workplace / EOE

Additional Information

If you are interested in applying for work with Aacres, submit your application detailing how you meet each of the Minimum Requirements and the desired skills listed.

Aacres requires successful completion of pre-employment background check** and drug testing.

Aacres is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free workplace.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

**Minimum Requirements based on State Regulations