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Childrens Center Of Hamden Inc is Hiring a Direct Care Worker Near Hamden, CT

Job Details

Level: Entry
Job Location: The Childrens Center of Hamden - Hamden, CT
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: High School
Salary Range: $17.00 - $19.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Direct Care Worker is a role model and is responsible for the care and guidance of individuals. The nature of care varies to some extent in accordance with needs of individuals. The work may involve physical care, supervision and personal hygiene. Guidance in work, study, social, spiritual, and recreational activities may also be assigned. Employees supervise the individuals in housekeeping responsibilities and in the formalized and non-formalized recreational and leisure time activities. Direct Care Workers record observed behaviors and interactions with groups and peers. Employees may have food service and housekeeping responsibilities. The employee will be accountable to the Program Supervisor and/or the Program Director. Duties include crisis prevention and intervention, crisis counseling, and monitoring of individuals in crisis. The employee will be expected to perform in all programs assigned and expected to perform other related duties as assigned.

Hours:

This is a full-time position, 2nd Shift position (2:30 PM to 10:30 PM). There is no part time or per diem shiftsavailable.

Job Qualifications


Education:

High school diploma/GED required. BA/BS in Human Services or related field preferred and may be required in some programs.

Skills:

  • Knowledge of direct care and of teaching methods.
  • Ability to understand challenges of individuals served, identify needs, and to resolve conflicts as they arise.
  • Ability to maintain discipline and order.
  • Interest in human service and mature judgment in dealing with their behavior problems. 

Previous Experience:

Two years of experience in the field of human services is preferred.

A Valid Driver’s License with a safe driving record is required. Must be able to transport individuals to and from program, and to off grounds activities and appointments.

An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Other

SALARY

$34k-41k (estimate)

POST DATE

11/25/2022

EXPIRATION DATE

04/24/2024

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