Direct Care Staff

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Direct Care Staff

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Direct Care Staff will provide individualized support services to HCBS-AMH participants residing in their own homes or family residences. The direct care staff will provide transportation services, respite care, supervised living, supported home living and host home/companion care services for HCBS-AMH participants.

Job Type: Full Time

Pay: $20.00

Work Location: Houston

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Provide supervision and support to participants living in the host home or companion care residence.

· Assist participants with Activities of Daily Living.

· Assist participants in acquiring, retaining, and improving skills necessary for independent living.

· Maintain daily service logs and documentation required by HCBS-AMH Home Delivered Meal program guidelines.

· Provide services in alignment with the participant’s Individual Recovery Plan.

· Supports and assists individuals in developing independent living skills and meeting rehabilitation goals.

· Must demonstrate good judgment and emotional stability.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

· Ability to climb stairs multiple times a day and be able to lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds.

· Ability to sit, rise, kneel, squat, twist, pull bend multiple times a day.

· Ability to walk with items in hand, grasp and reach as needed.

· Ability to perform with repetitive maneuvers and manual dexterity.

· Ability to work in an office environment.

BENEFITS

· Meical, Dental, Vision

· Life Insurance

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

· Vacation

· Holidays

GLOM is an equal opportunity employer and probits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

QUALIFICATIONS

· High School Diploma or GED.

· At least one (1) year of direct home care experience preferred.

· Maintain a valid Texas driver license and proof of automobile insurance.

· Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.

· Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively work with individuals and groups.

· Ability to flex work hours as needed.

· Willing to work some weekends and overnight shift.

· Possess strong interpersonal leadership, analytic, and problem-solving skills.

· HHSC approved criminal background clearances.

· Valid driver’s license.

· CPR/First Aid/BLS certification

· PPD Clearance