Job Title: Direct Care Staff (Level 3 Residential Group Home)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking resilient, dependable, and compassionate Direct Care Staff to join our team in Gastonia, NC . In a Level 3 setting, you are more than a caregiver; you are a vital part of a therapeutic team helping residents with significant behavioral and emotional challenges. We are looking for individuals who can maintain a calm, structured environment while mentoring residents toward positive life goals.

Available Shifts

Please indicate your preference when applying:

• Weekday (2nd Shift): Sunday – Wednesday | 2:30 PM – 10:30 PM

• Weekday (2nd Shift): Wednesday – Saturday | 2:30 PM – 10:30 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Therapeutic Supervision: Provide high-level supervision and implement Person-Centered Plans (PCP) and behavior interventions.

• Crisis Intervention: Use approved de-escalation techniques (e.g., NCI/NVCI) to manage and redirect challenging behaviors.

• Life Skills Mentoring: Assist residents with daily tasks including meal prep, hygiene, and homework, while encouraging independence.

• Accurate Documentation: Complete daily progress notes, incident reports, and medication logs (MARs) with high attention to detail.

• Safety Maintenance: Ensure the residence remains a clean, safe, and therapeutic environment for all residents and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience: 1+ years of experience in a Level 3 or higher residential setting, or working with MH/DD populations with behavioral challenges.

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required (Associate’s degree in a human services field preferred).

• Certifications: Active CPR/First Aid and NCI (North Carolina Interventions) or equivalent crisis management training is highly preferred.

• Requirements: Must pass a criminal background check, drug screen, and TB test. Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rates and shift differentials.

• A chance to make a profound impact on the lives of at-risk youth/adults.

• Ongoing training and professional development in the behavioral health field.

Company Description

SANNI ENTERPRISES LLC is a dedicated residential service provider based in Gastonia, NC, specializing in high-quality care for individuals with behavioral and emotional challenges. We pride ourselves on creating a "home-away-from-home" environment that balances clinical safety with genuine compassion.

Our mission is to empower our residents to achieve their highest level of independence through structured support, trauma-informed care, and therapeutic intervention. At SANNI DAY RESIDENTIAL GROUP HOME, we value our staff as the backbone of our success. We are committed to providing a stable work environment, comprehensive training, and a leadership team that is deeply involved in the daily success of both our employees and our residents. Join us and be part of a team where your work truly changes lives.

Company Description

SANNI ENTERPRISES LLC is a dedicated residential service provider based in Gastonia, NC, specializing in high-quality care for individuals with behavioral and emotional challenges. We pride ourselves on creating a "home-away-from-home" environment that balances clinical safety with genuine compassion.\r\n\r\nOur mission is to empower our residents to achieve their highest level of independence through structured support, trauma-informed care, and therapeutic intervention. At SANNI DAY RESIDENTIAL GROUP HOME, we value our staff as the backbone of our success. We are committed to providing a stable work environment, comprehensive training, and a leadership team that is deeply involved in the daily success of both our employees and our residents. Join us and be part of a team where your work truly changes lives.