Trabajador de Atención Directa

Changing Lives S&P Inc; Columbus (GA); In loco; USD 17.000 - 22.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Supplemental Insurance

Paid Training

Descrizione del lavoro

Changing Lives S&P Inc in Columbus, GA is seeking caring Direct Care Workers to support youth ages 12–21 in residential homes. You will supervise residents, provide daily care, and help residents build independent living skills, reporting to the House Manager.

Shifts include full-time 3PM-11PM and 11PM-7AM, part-time weekends 7AM-3PM; weekend availability is mandatory. Training and supplemental insurance are provided.

Competenze

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of experience with children and families, or completion of 40 hours of DCW training.
• Valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and satisfactory DMV record.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• CPR and First Aid certification (current or able to obtain during orientation).
• Able to stand for up to 6 hours and perform bending/reaching movements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Mansioni

• Supervise residents at all times to keep them safe and accounted for.
• Support residents’ progress toward goals in person-centered plans.
• Teach independent living skills and encourage growth and development.
• Prepare balanced meals and snacks, following dietary restrictions.
• Monitor and administer prescribed and OTC medications.
• Drive residents to appointments and community activities.
• Keep the home clean and safe with daily housekeeping and safety checks.
• Complete accurate, timely documentation per agency/state guidelines.
• Report incidents and changes in health or behavior to supervisor.
• Use crisis management techniques when needed.
• Attend staff meetings and required training.

Conoscenze

Verbal communication

Written communication

Background check readiness

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

Benefits:

• Supplemental Insurance
• Paid Training

About the Role

CLSP is looking for caring, dependable Direct Care Workers to support youth in foster care (ages 12–21) living in our residential homes. As a DCW, you’ll provide daily care, supervision, and guidance that help residents build independent living skills and reach their personal goals. You’ll report to the House Manager.

Available shifts:

• Full time - 3PM-11PM and 11PM-7AM.
• Part time - (Weekends only) - 7AM-3PM.
• Availability to work weekends are mandatory.

What You’ll Do

• Supervise residents at all times so they stay safe and accounted for
• Support residents’ progress toward goals in their person-centered plans
• Teach independent living skills and encourage growth and development
• Prepare balanced meals and snacks and follow any dietary restrictions
• Monitor and administer prescribed and over-the-counter medications
• Drive residents to appointments and community activities
• Keep the home clean and safe, including daily housekeeping and safety checks
• Complete accurate, timely documentation that meets agency and state guidelines
• Report incidents and changes in health or behavior to your supervisor
• Use approved crisis management techniques when needed
• Attend staff meetings and complete required training

Requirements

• At least 21 years old
• High school diploma or GED
• At least 2 years of experience working with children and families, OR completion of 40 hours of on-the-job training with a DCW
• Valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and a satisfactory DMV record
• Must pass a criminal background check
• CPR and First Aid certification (must stay current or ability to obtain during orientation)
• Able to stand for up to 6 hours and to kneel, squat, bend, reach, and twist
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Why Join CLSP?

Make a real difference in the lives of young people while growing your skills through ongoing training and continuing education.