Disabilities Residential Home Program Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

TURN Community Services in Orem, UT is looking to hire a full-time Residential Program Assistant to help out with activities in our group home. Are you looking for a job that offers meaningful work ? Do you want an opportunity to advance your career in human services? Would you like to join a nonprofit that offers amazing benefits and a supportive environment ? If so, please read on!

This group home position earns a competitive wage of $19/hour plus a sign-on bonus of $600 paid out over 6 months . We also provide excellent benefits , including a health plan through health reimbursement accounts (HRA) with an option to participate in a health savings account (HSA), dental, vision, accrued paid time off (PTO) following a waiting period, a 401(k) with employer match, an employee assistance program (EAP), life, and disability . If this sounds like the right opportunity in human services for you, apply today to join our nonprofit!

ABOUT TURN COMMUNITY SERVICES

TURN Community Services was founded in 1973 by a group of parents who wanted better services for their adult children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We provide resources to more than 850 individuals with developmental disabilities. With locations from Brigham City to St. George, we offer a full range of services including day programs, residential living, art center programs, summer camp, and supported employment opportunities.

The mission of our nonprofit is to TURN dreams into reality! That applies to our employees as well. We genuinely care about the people in our employ and want to make a difference in their lives and careers. We offer generous benefits and promote a work environment where everyone supports each other.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM ASSISTANT

This Assistant position provides supports to 7 individuals at the Lakeview Residential home in Orem. The staffing at this program consists for a Program Coordinator, 1 Program Assistant and 8 plus DSPs. You will play an integral part in working with the clients daily to assist with high medical needs, high personal care needs, including frequent assistance with moving or transfers, which may include lifting up to 50 pounds, and high behavioral needs. You will help execute specific activities in the areas of communication, social skills, safety, recreation and leisure, and various other skills to support increased independence in the lives of the individuals at the program. You will assist with training of staff, shopping, menu planning, medical and other appointments, client finances, and work with the Coordinator in planning and executing in-home and community activities, along with other responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM ASSISTANT

• 6+ months of experience working with individuals with Developmental/intellectual disabilities
• Ability to produce and review typed business letters, reports, and accurate numerical records
• Personal and reliable transportation
• Valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and proof of insurance
• Ability and willingness to drive large program buses and vans, as well as training new employees to drive large vehicles
• Proficient computer skills
• Leadership skills

Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and challenging behaviors is preferred. Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills? Can you balance multiple tasks while demonstrating good time management? Are you an expert problem solver with strong critical thinking skills? Do you work well as part of a team? Can you remain calm in stressful situations? If yes, you might just be perfect for this human services position with our residential home!

WORK SCHEDULE

The typical schedule for this position is:

Sunday - Thursday 2:30pm -10:30 pm
Friday and Saturday Off

In addition there is flexibility needed depending on the needs of the program, such as staff coverage and emergencies, agency events and may include day, swing, overnight and weekend hours

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this human services job with our nonprofit, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application . We look forward to meeting you!

Must be able to pass a background check upon hire. Any job offer will be based on the results of the background check.