Description

At Candeo we are looking for team members who are passionate and empathetic towards others and truly want to make a difference by caring and empowering those in need. Candeo is a non-profit that is focused on helping, supporting, and teaching people to live their best lives. We are committed to nurture an inclusive culture and a learning-based work environment to our employees. Apply now to learn more!

Job Types: Full time, 40 hours

Schedule: See clients in Ankeny, Altoona, and Northeast Des Moines

• 9am-4:30 or 5 pm Monday through Friday

Pay: $16.00/hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedules
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Full Time 30 and 40 employees
• Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• PTO accrual for Full and Part-Time employees

What You Will Do:

• Ensure services to client meet the highest quality possible
• Ensure that client budgeted hours are provided
• Support staff to understand and implement client’s care plan
• Ensure effective relationships between all stakeholders of the organization (clients, staff, P/G/A’s, case managers, etc.)
• Be responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of all documents and reports relating to the position
• Ensure clients are educated and empowered to make choices about services
• Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and implementation of the client’s Life Plan, in accordance with client’s preferences
• Follow established safety practices and procedures to ensure a safe and healthy environment for clients and the organization
• Work effectively within a team to enhance service delivery
• Respect the right to privacy of the client, and confidentiality requirements of Candeo
• Use initiative to think creatively, learn, and grow
• Model and use good decision-making skills and accesses appropriate resources to assist in developing quality services for clients
• Attend organizational and client-specific training and provide documentation of certifications required for employment with Candeo
• Comply with documentation policies by submitting accurate and timely paperwork including progress notes, billing sheets, time sheets, expense logs, and other required reports
• Maintain documentation of services provided that clearly and legibly reflects the client’s goals, staff intervention and support, client response and progress made

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience with people with disabilities and/or mental health is preferable
• Valid Driver’s License
• Proof of Automobile Insurance
• Valid telephone number
• Valid address
• Internet, Email access, smartphone access
• Microsoft Teams access (Teams will need to be downloaded onto your phone or computer)
• High level of both written and verbal communication skills
• Be able to pass a motor vehicle record check and criminal background check