What are the responsibilities and job description for the Group Worker - Adult Day Program position at Oaks Integrated Care?
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As a Group Worker, you will would within our adult day program, located in Lumberton, Burlington County NJ.
The Pat LeBon Day and Empowerment Programs support adults dually diagnosed with a mental illness and developmental disability. The program revolves around the recurring events of daily living which presents opportunities including training perceptual abilities, coordination, communication skills, employment skills and increased independence with self-care/hygiene.
Schedule: Full-time; Tuesday-Saturday 9a-5p
Responsibilities:
- Work as a 1:1 with consumers
- Maintain consumer records, including progress notes, and all other record-keeping as required by Agency policies and Division of Developmental Disabilities
- Develop and implement treatment plans
- Coordinate and maintain daily activity schedule
- Assist with employment contracts on a daily basis
- Maintain availability to consumers and staff on a 24-hour basis during emergencies
- Develop and implement an activity schedule on a weekly basis
- Hold responsibility for safety and well-being of consumer during all scheduled activities and community outings
- Fill in when needed when consumer is out
- Work collaboratively with Program Supervisor
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Supplemental income
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b)
- Generous paid time off benefits
- Opportunity for personal and career growth
- Team oriented environment – we practice the FISH! Philosophy
Qualifications:
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High School Diploma or equivalent
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One year experience working with the Developmentally Disabled or related field;
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Must be at least 18 years of age or older;
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Possession of a valid driver’s license in good standing
All positions require a valid driver’s license in good standing, and pre-employment drug screening. All candidates, if hired, will be expected to cooperate with Oaks Integrated Care and The Department of Human Services in all inspections and investigations. Oaks Integrated Care considers applicants for all positions without regard to: race; color; religion; sex; national origin; age; sexual orientation; marital or veteran status; the presence of a medical condition, genetic information or handicap, unrelated to performing the tasks of the job; or any other legally protected status.