McAllen - Live-In Direct Support / Caregiver

McAllen - Live-In Direct Support / Caregiver

McAllen Region - McAllen, TX 78504

Overview

Salary Range $10.00 Hourly Level Entry Position Type Full Time Job Shift Any Education Level None Travel Percentage Negligible Category Entry Level

Description

Annual Compensation up to $ 43,420!

$1,000 in Sign on Bonus (excludes PRN Staff; Attendance and Performance considered) and Free Rent and Utilities!

McAllen Area

South Texas Community Living is hiring full time Live-In Caregivers in the McAllen area to support 3 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a group home setting. South Texas Community Living house and serve over 300 individuals with intellectual disabilities statewide in group homes, natural-residential settings, and in the foster care model from six regional satellite offices.

This job is perfect for a Direct Support Professional or Caregiver who is looking to make a difference in the lives of others, and still be well compensated for that work! In addition to excellent pay, the Live-In caregiver will have a private master bedroom and bathroom, and utilities and local telephone paid by South Texas Community Living. This is an hourly position with the potential to earn up to $43,420.00 annually with overtime. The ideal Caregiver is fun, clean, mature, dependable, organized, respectful, and patient in challenging situations. This may also be a great opportunity for a student who is taking classes during the day.

On the job Training provided!

Live-In Hours:

• Monday Friday: 6:00AM - 9:00AM and 3:00PM - 8:00PM
• Saturday Sunday: 6:00AM - 9:00PM

Caregiver Duties include:

* Assistance with Grooming and Toileting * Assistance with Meal preparation and Mealtime monitoring * Assistance with Medication Administration * Supervision during recreational activities * House Cleaning (i.e., Sweeping, Mopping, Laundry etc.) * Driving company vehicles * Communication with outside family members and office staff * Specialized Documentation

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (after 90 days)
• 401K (after 1 year)
• Vacation (2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 5 years)

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Valid and current Texas Driver's License
• Clear Background Check
• Clear DMV Check
• High School Diploma or Equivalent Proof of Education
• No confirmation of Abuse/Neglect/Exploitation of an elderly or disabled person
• No history of Medicaid fraud.