What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2nd shift Direct Support Professional FT or PT position at Area Residential Care?
Second Shift
About the job: Area Residential Care is seeking a Direct Support Professional that wants to make a difference in peoples' lives. We support individuals with intellectual disabilities and direct care staff play a role in making sure those individuals live as independently as possible. We have residential homes in Dubuque & Dyersville, IA, as well as a main building in Dubuque used for day habilitation activities.
As a part of the Area Residential Care team, the 2nd shift direct care staff will work in one or more residential homes, participate in group outings and activities, help our individuals prepare their meals, and assist the individuals when needed.
Hourly Wage: $17.50 - $18.57 per hour ARC is now offering:
A retention bonus up to $1500.00!
$3/hour weekend shift differential! Job Type: Full-time, 3pm-11pm Part-time 3pm-11pm
Benefits:
- Full time Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Free employee assistance program (stress, financial, legal, caregiving, substance abuse, professional development)
- Life insurance paid by company
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Part -time Benefits
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Free employee assistance program (stress, financial, legal, caregiving, substance abuse, professional development)
Responsibilities:
- Practices life skills with the individuals served such as personal hygiene care
- Comprehending individuals' medical and life-skill programs and ensures the individuals goals are being met
- Assisting with cooking, cleaning, and laundry
- Ensuring the cleanliness of residential homes
- Providing complete and thorough documentation
A highly qualified candidate will have:
- A high school diploma/ G.E.D
- Six months consistent work experience
- A passion for helping others
- A valid driver's license
Why Area Residential Care? We are a private non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to live, work, and participate in a supportive and accessible community. Join a team of employees that are passionate about the work we do and the individuals we support! Area Residential Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Pay: $17.50 - $18.57 per hour
Application Question(s):
- What are you looking for? full time 3-11 pm 40 hours per week
part time 3-11 pm 20 hrs to 29 hrs per week
- Please add your personal email so we are able to contact you if needed.
- Are you able to lift 20 lbs and occasionally 50lbs?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- current driver's license (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $19