What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Worker (Direct Support Professional) position at Serenity House Residential Care Services LLC?
Are you passionate about helping others and making a difference in the lives of individuals with psychiatric disabilities, psychiatric illnesses, emotional disorders, or mental disabilities? Serenity House Residential Care Services is currently seeking dedicated and compassionate Direct Care Workers to join our team in the Warren, Detroit and Battle Creek areas. No experience is required, but it is a plus. We are looking for individuals who are eager to learn and good at following direction.
Responsibilities:
- Provide direct care and support to residents in our adult foster care facility
- Assist residents with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication administration
- Monitor and document residents' progress and report any changes in their condition to supervisors
- Help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for residents
- Participate in the development and implementation of individualized care plans
- Attend staff meetings and training sessions as required
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- No criminal record or background that would prohibit working in an adult foster care facility
- Experience working with individuals with psychiatric disabilities, psychiatric illnesses, emotional disorders, or mental disabilities is a plus, but not required
- Must be willing to learn and able to follow direction
- Display emotional stability and maintain a calm demeanor
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well as part of a team and independently
Education:
- High school diploma or GED required.
If you currently or in the past have worked for an AFC provider and have all of your current trainings which include CPR/First Aid and Medication Administration, you start at $17.00 per hour.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18