Weekend Residential Assistant-full-time or part-time

The King's Daughters' School; Columbia, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The King's Daughters' School in Columbia, TN is seeking a Weekend Residential Assistant to support individuals with developmental disabilities on Saturdays and Sundays. The role offers full-time or part-time weekend hours and requires a respectful, active caregiver for a home-like environment.

Responsibilities include providing compassionate care, guiding clients through life skills, organizing weekend activities, and ensuring safety during outings.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license is required.
• No experience with developmental disabilities required; training provided.
• Physical stamina to stay active during shifts.
• Able to pass drug screen and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care and support for clients with intellectual disabilities.
• Help clients build independence and life skills.
• Lead weekend activities and community outings.
• Create a safe, positive, home-like environment.

Skills

Driver's license

Active listener

Dependable

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

# Weekend Residential Assistant-full-time or part-timeHot JobColumbia, TN 38401## OverviewSalary Range$17.34 - $17.34 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftWeekendsEducation LevelHigh School Diploma or equivalentCategoryDirect Support Professional## DescriptionLooking for rewarding weekend work? Help individuals with developmental disabilities thrive, build independence, and enjoy meaningful experiences.Current shifts available:* Full-time-Saturday and Sunday 7am-10pm (30 hrs/week)* Part-time floater-Sat and Sun 8 hour shifts each day (16 hrs/week)* PRN-to work as needed as a sub, shifts varyJob duties include:* Provide compassionate care and support for clients with intellectual disabilities.* Help clients build independence and life skills.* Lead fun weekend activities and community outings.* Create a safe, positive, home-like environment.## Qualifications**No experience with developmental disabilities? No problem!** We prefer candidates with some background, but we're willing to train the right person who shows genuine interest and dedication.**What we need from you:*** Valid driver's license required -We do lots of events and field trips on the weekend.* High school diploma or equivalent required.* Physical stamina (you'll be active, not stuck in a chair).* Able to pass drug screen and background checks (no felonies, no abuse, assault, or neglect convictions)* Dependable- a consistent routine is important for our clients.* Willing to complete TB skin test and work physical upon hireReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Employee should make employer aware of any request for accommodations in a timely manner, either upon hire or as soon as need for accommodation arises. Our Mission: The King’s Daughters’ School promotes independence through educational, residential and community services for individuals with developmental disabilities, continuing a 100-year legacy of service. Our Vision: The King’s Daughters’ School will improve the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities through caring, goal-oriented service delivered by dedicated staff in a safe, warm learning environment.The King's Daughters' School is a drug-free workplace.