direct care worker

Divine Living Centers

<p><b>Job Overview</b><br/>We are seeking a compassionate and energetic <b>Direct Care Worker</b> to provide essential support and care to individuals with diverse needs. In this vital role, you will assist clients with daily activities, promote independence, and ensure their safety and well-being. Whether working in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home care settings, your dedication will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to engage in person-centered care while fostering a positive environment for clients with developmental disabilities, dementia, autism, or other health challenges.</p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using tools like Hoyer lifts or transfer belts.</li><li>Administer medication and monitor vital signs in accordance with care plans and medical directives.</li><li>Support clients with memory care needs such as Alzheimer&rsquo;s or dementia by implementing behavior management strategies and engaging in therapeutic activities.</li><li>Prepare nutritious meals tailored to dietary restrictions and assist with feeding when necessary.</li><li>Document care activities accurately using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems and update care plans regularly.</li><li>Maintain a clean and safe environment through light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and organizing personal spaces.</li><li>Drive clients to appointments or outings safely while adhering to all traffic laws and safety protocols.</li><li>Respond promptly to emergencies by applying first aid skills and following established protocols.</li><li>Collaborate with healthcare professionals, social workers, case managers, and family members to coordinate comprehensive care.</li><li>Manage conflict situations with patience and effective communication to ensure a peaceful environment for clients.</li></ul><p><b>Requirements</b></p><ul><li>Prior experience working in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, home care, or with individuals with disabilities is highly preferred.</li><li>Knowledge of medical terminology, HIPAA regulations, and patient confidentiality standards is essential.</li><li>Ability to lift heavy objects safely and perform physical tasks such as transferring residents using Hoyer lifts or other assistive devices.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills to connect empathetically with clients from diverse backgrounds including those with autism or developmental disabilities.</li><li>Valid driver&rsquo;s license and clean driving record for transportation duties.</li><li>Certification in CPR/First Aid is required; additional certifications such as dementia or Alzheimer&rsquo;s care are advantageous.</li><li>Ability to follow detailed care plans accurately while demonstrating flexibility in dynamic environments.</li><li>Excellent conflict management skills coupled with patience, compassion, and professionalism. Join us in providing vital support that empowers individuals to live fulfilling lives! Your dedication as a Direct Care Worker will help foster independence while ensuring safety and comfort for those who need it most. This is more than a job &mdash; it&rsquo;s an opportunity to make a lasting impact through caring service every day!</li></ul><p>Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid training</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Over Night Direct Care Worker

Consumer Direct Care Network

<div>This is a heartwarming opportunity for compassionate providers who love making a difference! We work with members throughout Wisconsin to find providers that fit each of their needs. Our goal is to help individuals be in more control of their own supports and to have a say in who is assisting them. This helps them to stay in their own homes as long as possible.If you would like more information about our company, you can visit our website here: Who We Are - CDWI<div></div><div><div><b><br>
Job Description</b></div><div>
We are seeking a kind, patient, and reliable respite provider to spend time with a sweet and lovable child in their home. This role is designed to give the primary caregivers a short break while ensuring the child feels safe, supported, and engaged. The ideal candidate will enjoy calm, gentle interactions and be comfortable providing both companionship and personal care in a nurturing environment.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Schedule:</b> Approximately 8 hours per week (weekdays after 5:00 PM and/or weekends)</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Responsibilities</b></div><div><ul><li>
Engage in age-appropriate, enjoyable activities such as playing with bubbles, listening to music, and watching kid-friendly shows</li><li>
Provide personal cares as needed</li><li>
Maintain a safe, calm, and comforting environment</li><li>
Offer emotional support and reassurance, especially during moments of frustration or upset</li><li>
Be attentive to the child&rsquo;s needs, preferences, and triggers, including avoiding loud noises and other sources of distress</li><li>
Communicate regularly with parents regarding the child&rsquo;s needs and well-being</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Qualifications</b></div><div><ul><li>
Previous experience with childcare, babysitting, or respite care preferred</li><li>
Patient, gentle, and compassionate demeanor</li><li>
Comfortable providing personal cares</li><li>
Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy</li><li>
Ability to understand and respond to the child&rsquo;s needs, including navigating communication barriers</li></ul></div></div><div>
For questions or other inquiries, feel free to email us at cdwisbsrecruitment@consumerdirectcare.com</div><div></div><div><br>
For more opportunities, visit our Facebook Page: CDWI Facebook</div><div></div><div><br>
You can also complete this form to be contacted regarding other opportunities in your area: https://forms.office.com/r/bNA70UHRTF</div><ul><li>If hired, Consumer Direct Care Network (CDCN) will not be your legal employer on record. If hired by a Member or their Managing Party, your legal employer on record would be the Member. CDCN&rsquo;s role is to assist the Member or Managing Party in recruiting a Direct Care Worker. The Member or Managing Party has the sole authority to hire or dismiss any potential Direct Care Worker.</li></ul></div>

Respite Provider

Monarch NC

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Make a Difference in Someone&rsquo;s Life!</b></h1><p>
At Monarch, we work together to provide life-changing care in communities across North Carolina and Rhode Island. As a team, we provide hope, promote wellness, and empower individuals and families impacted by mental illness, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and traumatic brain injury.</p><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
You Belong at Monarch</b></h1><p>
You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment - a place where you can do your best work and grow as a professional. That is just what you&rsquo;ll find at Monarch. Here, we care for people, including our team members. We offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that supports full-time and part-time team members and their families. More than just a job, this opportunity with Monarch will give you room to spread your wings and grow because we believe in promoting from within and developing future leaders.</p><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Highlights:</b></h1><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
This Opportunity:</b></h1>
The Behavioral Specialist is primarily responsible for supporting people in achieving their personal dreams and goals.<p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What You'll Do:</b></h1><ul><li>Assess each person receiving services for their hopes, dreams, and desires and provide supports that facilitate achievement.</li><li>Assist people receiving services in participating fully in their community consistent with the person&rsquo;s interests.</li><li>Ensure that the rights of each person receiving services are protected and promoted at all times. Assist people in developing advocacy skills, participating in advocacy efforts, and utilizing personal advocates.</li><li>Provide support as needed to meet the emotional, physical, and social needs of each person supported.</li><li>Facilitate person-centered, effective, positive relationships with people receiving services using positive approaches that promote self-determination in all areas of life.</li><li>Provide input and recommendations into assessment and planning processes, and development of the individual&rsquo;s plan.</li><li>Implement person&rsquo;s plan fully, within the requirements of the service definition, and document as required by the service definition and agency policy.</li><li>Complete all required documentation, including but not limited to, goal completion, actions toward outcomes, incident reports, timesheets, etc.</li><li>Complete daily progress notes and communication log to assure appointments, goals, and interests are met.</li><li>Assist people receiving services with the day-to-day operation of their home such as housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, shopping, lawn care, vehicle cleanliness, and maintenance.</li><li>Drive and travel as required. Arrange for or provide transportation to people receiving services as required.</li><li>Assist people receiving services with knowledge of emergency procedures and personal safety.</li><li>Utilize effective judgment when dealing with safety issues, including but not limited to fire safety by conducting drills, inspecting equipment, and practicing safety procedures in the community.</li><li>Facilitate access to community resources, including locating recreational activities, housing, food, clothing, school programs, vocational opportunities or services providers to teach life skills, and relevant mental health, developmental disabilities and substance abuse services.</li><li>Assist person supported to develop natural resources and make contact with social support networks.</li><li>Assist new staff and/or current staff with orientation, mentoring, and training.</li><li>Sleepover at a residential setting may be required.</li><li>Attend and actively participate in meetings and training as required. Maintain certification in all agency, state and federal training requirements.</li><li>Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency policies and procedures, as well as state and federal statutes and regulations related to specific program areas.</li><li>Follow service definition guidelines for services being provided.</li><li>Complete all other relevant responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li><b><i>The definition of an Innovations direct care worker includes all workers required for compliance with, or delivery of, the relevant Innovations waiver service definitions and the delivery of a unit of Innovations services to individuals in the definition of direct care worker to be applied and shall include only caregivers who are contracted for the Page 230 Session Law 2023-134 House Bill 259 provision of services in a legally appropriate manner.</i></b></li></ul><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Education We're Looking For:</b></h1>
High School Diploma (Required)<p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Certifications We're Looking For:</b></h1>
Drivers License (Valid) - USA<p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Experience We're Looking For:</b></h1>
Experience working with children or adults (dependent on population served) with a mental health diagnosis, an intellectual/developmental disability., or substance use disorder | Not Required<p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Schedule:</b></h1>
This is a PRN position. Shift coverage on an as-needed basis.<p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Target Weekly Hours:</b></h1>
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Monarch is an Equal Opportunity Employer</b></h1><p></p><p>
Monarch offers opportunities as diverse as the people we support and the communities we serve. Monarch is an equal opportunity employer and we are firmly committed to supporting and celebrating all forms of diversity.</p><p></p><p>
Monarch does not accept paper applications. Any person with a disability who needs any reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to apply for a position or otherwise to participate in Monarch job search or selection process, should contact HR@MonarchNC.org or call (704) 986-1550.</p><p></p><p>
This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed. You will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor. This job description is subject to revision at the discretion of Monarch.</p></div><p></p>

Behavioral Specialist

Mount Prospect Academy

<div><div><b>Overnight Youth Counselor &ndash; Join VPI &amp; Make a Difference! Interview Today!
</b><b>
</b></div><div></div><div><b>Location:</b> Bennington, VT<br>
<b>Schedule:</b> 4 nights week | Overnight shifts<br>
<b>Employment:</b> Full-Time &amp; Part-Time<br>
<b>Pay:</b> <b>Salary:</b> Starting at $17hour and up based on experience plus Excellent Benefits!</div>
<div></div><div><b>Join Our Mission</b></div>
<div>At VPI, we create safe, supportive environments for youth and families. Every team member plays a vital role in shaping brighter futures. If you&rsquo;re passionate about</div>
<div>helping others and want a career that truly matters, this is your chance.</div>
<div></div><div><b>Why You&rsquo;ll Love Working Here</b></div>
<ul><li>Be part of a mission-driven team making a real impact</li>
<li>Paid training and professional growth opportunities in Human Services</li>
<li>Generous benefits, including:
<ul><li>Up to 4+ weeks PTO in your first year</li>
<li>Medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans</li>
<li>Supportive team culture</li>
<li>Opportunities for advancement</li>
<li>Gym access</li>
</ul></li></ul><div><b>Your Role: Overnight Awake Youth Counselor - </b>see full job description at time of interview</div>
<div>You&rsquo;ll ensure the safety and well-being of youth during overnight hours. This awake position requires vigilance, compassion, and strong organizational skills.</div>
<div></div><div><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></div>
<ul><li>Follow nightly instructions from the building supervisor</li>
<li>Conduct regular room checks (every 10 minutes)</li>
<li>Provide comfort and support to youth who are awake</li>
<li>Maintain building security</li>
<li>Complete shift documentation, light cleaning, laundry, and other duties</li>
<li>Respond to emergencies and follow safety procedures</li>
<li>Communicate promptly with the Night Awake Supervisor</li>
<li>Uphold confidentiality and company policies</li>
</ul><div><b>What We&rsquo;re Looking For</b></div>
<ul><li>High School Diploma or GED</li>
<li>Age 21+</li>
<li>Prefer 2+ years&rsquo; experience working with youth (camp counselor, coach, babysitting, etc.)</li>
<li>Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain confidentiality</li>
<li>Ability to stay awake and alert throughout the shift</li>
</ul><div><b>Shape brighter futures and enjoy perks like PTO, gym access, and advancement opportunities Apply Today!</b></div>
<div><b>We are also hiring full-time, evening residential youth counselor.</b></div>
<div><br>
<i>Vermont Permanency Initiative is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.</i></div>
<div></div><div>#IDVPI</div>
<div></div><div><b>Tag - Residential Youth Counselors, Youth Counselors, Direct Care Professionals, Direct Care Workers, Youth Mentor, Youth Worker, Behavioral Health Professionals, Mental Health Counselors, Youth Specialist, Awake/Overnight Residential, Youth Counselor, Residential Community Youth Leader, Camp Counselor, Residential Aide</b></div></div><div></div>

Overnight Residential Counselor

Country Meadows Retirement Communities

<div><p><b>Caregiver</b></p>
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Hourly pay rate starts at </b><b>$16.25-$19.25/hr (based on shift preference), with the opportunity to earn more based on experience.</b></p>
<p>
It&rsquo;s a wonderful thing to feel at home while you are at work. To consider your co-workers your friends. To feel respected and encouraged to be your best. We know that when you feel great at work, you&rsquo;ll make our residents feel great too. As key members of our direct-care team, <b>Personal Care Assistant PCA</b> provide one-on-one support to our residents in their daily routines, socialization and overall well-being.</p>
<p><b>
Caregiver Responsibilities:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Help our residents live their lives to the fullest by assisting them with their routines throughout their day such as bathing, dressing and toileting.</li>
<li>Build bonds through companionship.</li>
<li>Show patience, compassion and empathy in each engagement with all residents and their families.</li>
<li>Assist residents in organizing their day and activities and above all, enjoy themselves.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Caregiver Requirements:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>High school diploma or GED</li>
<li>18 years of age or older, except as permitted in 2800.54(d).</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment.</li>
<li>Skilled in communicating effectively with others, including careful listening, sensitivity to others' thoughts and feelings, timely and accurate reporting changes.</li>
<li>Compassion and patience in all personal interactions.</li>
<li>Ability to perform the physical tasks required in this type of role.</li>
<li>Have the ability to understand and speak English at a level which allows the safe, efficient performance of the job.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Our investment in you:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Competitive pay with the opportunity to earn more based on experience</li>
<li>Length of service bonus awards</li>
<li>PayActiv On-Demand Pay &ndash; Work today, get paid tomorrow
</li><li>Comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield for medical</li>
<li>Excellent vision and dental</li>
<li>401(k) retirement plan with company match</li>
<li>Generous paid time off and roll over of unused time</li>
<li>Paid holidays including your birthday and a Personal Day of Meaning</li>
<li>Supplemental life insurance</li>
<li>Company-paid short-term disability</li>
<li>Supplemental short- and long-term disability plans</li>
<li>Family and medical leave</li>
<li>Paid bereavement and jury duty leave</li>
<li>Wellness reimbursement incentives</li>
<li>$2 meals on our campuses including a main dish, a side, drink and dessert</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Our support for you:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Family-owned, private company based in Hershey, Pa.</li>
<li>Direct access to your supervisory team</li>
<li>Incentivized career paths and tuition reimbursement</li>
<li>On-the-job training and continuing education</li>
<li>Employee assistance program for you and your family</li>
<li>Co-worker Foundation (grants for in time of need)</li>
<li>Helping Hand interest-free loans</li>
</ul>
<p><b>About Country Meadows:</b></p>
<p>
We have over 2500 co-workers who are serving our residents with meaning, thriving with purpose and leading our company with innovation! We have been serving seniors for over 30 years, and we invite you to join our vision for making lives better.</p>
<p>
EOE</p></div>

Caregiver

Advocates

<div>Overview:
<div>
Starting rate:$18.25/hour</div><div></div><div><br>
Advocates is seeking enthusiastic, motivated team players to provide valuable care to individuals in a residential setting!</div><div></div><div><br>
The Awake Overnight Direct Service Worker is responsible to be available to and assist the clients during the night and to assist with morning activities as needed.</div><div></div><div><br>
Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement. We are a strong-knit community that values the ideas and contributions of our staff.</div><div><br>
</div><div><b>Are you ready to make a difference?</b></div>
Minimum Education Required: High School Diploma/GED Shift: Third Shift Additional Shift Details: Thu, Fri, Sat 10pm - 8am Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Ensure the well-being and safety of clients, fostering a clean, home-like environment.</li><li>
Remain awake, alert and responsive to the needs of the clients throughout the shift.</li><li>
Assist clients with morning activities such as preparing for the day, cleaning and cooking.</li><li>
Provide routine checks according to program procedure.</li><li>
Develop and document Individualized Action Plans (IAPs), Individualized Service Plans (ISPs) and other reviews with the clients.</li><li>
Communicate program participant's progress, mental status, and any changes in daily notes.</li><li>
Report significant health, psychiatric or behavioral issues to the on-call staff member.</li><li>
Provide crisis intervention and access emergency services as needed.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>High School diploma or equivalent degree, plus six months' related experience.</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal, judgement and coaching skills.</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>
Ability to utilize basic computer applications.</li><li>
Desire to thrive in a fast-paced, client-centered, team-oriented environment.</li><li>
Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients.</li><li>
Strongly prefer a candidate that will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.</li></ul><div></div><div><i><br>
Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.</i></div></div><div></div>

Awake Overnight Direct Service Worker

Judge Rotenberg Center

The PositionThis is a full or part time direct care, entry-level internship, responsible for a variety of duties relating to and primarily concerned with implementing the students and clients treatment and educational programs. These direct care individuals provide the basic staff coverage necessary for attending to the students/ clients at the school, residential, and workshop programs. The position affords a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience with and knowledge of the current methods for treating the problems of emotionally disturbed students and clients with conduct, behavior, emotional, and/psychiatric problems as well as those with intellectual disabilities or on the autism spectrum. This position reports to the Teachers, Weekend Supervisors, Residential Supervisors, Workshop Coordinator and Monitoring/QC staff.
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It is an hourly non-exempt position. Hours of work are assigned on a weekly basis and can be comprised of any day or shift necessary to assure adequate staffing, including weekends, nights, and holidays.Educational/Work History Requirements: High School diploma, or equivalent.Prior experience in human services/education preferred but not required.Stamina and physical endurance for a physically demanding schedule.Candidates should possess excellent problem solving, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.Must be able to function with moderate supervision.Essential Duties of the Position: Must be willing to learn about the JRC students/clients, their disabilities and the forms of treatment provided at JRC.Must be willing to be responsible for the safety and welfare of the JRC students/clients.Must be able to understand the gravity of their responsibility for the safety and care of the JRC students/clients and be willing to perform their duties diligently.Must be able to work consistently for entire shift, with a break.When necessary must be able to physically restrain assaultive students/clients (with possible assistance of one or several staff members) after training.Must be able to transport non-ambulatory students/clients (pushing wheelchair, carrying up and down stairs, lifting in and out of bathtub, etc.)Must be able to carry, using approved safety care techniques or transport uncooperative students/clients, with and without assistance.Must be able to attend various athletic events with students/clients, i.e. roller-skating, basketball, Special Olympics, etc.Must be able to watch remote camera monitors for several hours at a time (remaining in seat or standing, and watching screen).Must be able to prepare meals for and with students/clients.Must be able to complete housekeeping chores such as laundry, washing floors, cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming, etc.Engages in incidental learning whenever possible.Rewards and evaluates staff members as needed.Must report any damage (to include property that has been exposed to any bodily fluids/secretions) to JRC property on End of Shift form.Report any problems/suggestions to immediate supervisor. Report to next supervisor in line if no results are achieved with immediate supervisor.Must be able to shower and bathe students, even if uncooperative.Participates in at least 2.5 hours per month (a total of 30 per year) of In-Service training.Must be able to carry out each students/clients individual program as outlined.Must be able to speak clearly in English to students/clients.Responsible for inputting information into various online databases and forms.
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Basic software skills and effective written communication skills are required.Must be able to hear other staff persons in a noisy classroom when they speak, even if not looking at them.Must have a strong stomach because students/clients may defecate inappropriately; smear feces on objects and on staff, and vomit on themselves or staff. Cleaning the student/client is required in these situations.Must be able to react quickly and possess good peripheral vision in order to insure safety of students/clients.Must have a working telephone where direct care worker can be reached and where they can contact JRC.Must be available to work on-call as required.Must be available for an intensive training period and able to pass quizzes (grade of 80% or better).Must possess basic computer skills to carry out job duties.Responsible for completing recording sheets, health sheets, etc. accurately.Responsible for reporting abuse to JRC and appropriate agencies.Responsible for reading posts on the Discussion Board. Required to post a minimum of 3 messages per quarter on the Discussion Board.May be required to act as Head of Provider or Authorized Staff Person, when needed to monitor and approve emergency restraint.May be required to act as Staff in Attendance.May be required to accompany and supervise students/clients in JRC swimming pools; while implementing student/client programs.

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