Caregiver

Direct Support Professional Group Home

Full Time, Almost Full Time, and Part Time / On Call Positions Available

Shifts Needed (schedule and your availably will be further discussed in the interview):

• Monday - Friday: 6am - 9am
• Monday and Thursday: 10pm - 8am
• Saturday and Sunday: 6am-2pm and 2pm-10pm
• On Call

The Arc of the Emerald Coast continuously provides services to intellectually and developmentally disabled children and adults in Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, and Walton Counties for over 30 years. These services enable individuals to live, work, and play in their community. We invite you to be a part of our team and make a difference in the life of a special needs person.

Do you have a passion for helping others? We want you!

As a caregiver at The Arc of the Emerald Coast you will build relationships, improve the quality of life, and serve adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in need of love and care.

We want you to:

• Be proud of rewarding work helping people grown, learn, and live well
• Develop real meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve
• Experience ownership and trust from your leaders to do what’s right for clients
• Take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities
• Support participant with developmental goals like exercise and nutrition
• Expand your knowledge and find a fulfilling career with opportunities for advancement

If you’re compassionate, patient, and find meaning in this type of work, you’ll find a promising future at The Arc of the Emerald Coast.

Rewards (for Full Time and Almost Full Time):

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• 401(k)

Responsibilities:

• To provide the support and supervision individual's need to maintain control of their lives, perform daily living skills and participate in normal routines of the home.
• To conduct training sessions using task analysis related to supports identified in the Individual Support Plan (ISP).
• Supervise the training of residents, helping with meals, in accordance with posted menus, and other household chores to maintain general upkeep and cleanliness of the home.
• Protect each resident's rights and freedoms, maintain the confidentiality of their personal information, and provide for and insure each individual's rights to privacy.
• Administer medications as trained.
• Must follow Behavior Modification plans for each consumer designed by the Certified Behavior Analyst (CBA).
• Report and document all incidents pertaining to individuals, facilities, and group home vehicles.
• Assists in personal care and daily living activities such as bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, meal preparation, clothing care and maintenance and general health and safety issues.
• Perform other functions, as directed, relevant to the position.

Requirements:

• Must possess a High School Diploma
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in working with in a medical, psychiatric, nursing, or childcare setting or working with persons who have a developmental disability.
• Must pass a Level II Background Screening.
• Must pass a drug test.
• Must have transportation, current license, current car registration, current car insurance, and a good driving record.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must complete required training.

The Group Homes are behavior houses. You must be willing and able to participate in behaviors (verbal and physical). Employee will be properly trained via T.A.C.T.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Can you provide an original high school diploma or transcript?
• Can you work the schedule posted in the job description? What is your availability?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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