Direct Care Associate 2-Horseshoe SLH- 11pm-7am; full-time at $11.00/hr

• Provide assistance in program activities at the Supervised Living home.
  

• Provide one-on-one or group instruction/assistance to individuals regarding their daily needs.
  

• Complete routine daily check of van (including tires, gas gauge, etc.) and report deficiencies to supervisor in a timely manner.
  

• Accurately monitor and maintain data collection sheets and submit to supervisor in a timely manner.
  

• Assist with assessment of individuals' strengths and needs as necessary.
  

• Assist with preparation of individuals' meals and provide client training as needed.
  

• Communicate with supervisor related to the need to revise, delete, or add training objectives as deemed necessary.
  

• Physically assist in maintaining the home in a neat and orderly manner.
  

• Monitor and document individual behaviors using specific and descriptive terms accurately (i.e., behavior changes, accidents, seizures, etc.).
  

• Encourage individuals to be independent and attend and participate in assigned activities.
  

• Provide realistic, positive assurance to individuals regarding benefits of treatment and participation.
  

• Assist in physical maintenance of a therapeutic environment by promoting an environment that encourages individuals to learn new skills and make choices through activity involvement, hands-on instruction/guidance, etc.
  

• Follow proper protocol related to I/A and serious incident reports.
  

• Ensure the safety of all individuals living in the home at all times.
  

• Adhere to all Millcreek and HCBS MR/DD waiver program policies and procedures.
  

• Follows all safety policies and adheres to all workers� compensation program guidelines.
  

• Other duties as assigned.
  

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Required* 1 year(s): At least one year of working experience.

Preferred* 1 year(s): One year of experience working with children/adults with development disabilities is preferred.

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Required* High School/GED or better

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Preferred* Attention to Detail

• Communication
  

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Preferred* Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
  

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Preferred* Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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