Group Home House Parent

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Shift: Compensation Details: $36,608.00

Under direct supervision, assists with daily living activities at the person's home, in a daytime non-residential facility or a residential facility. Provides training of basic personal and social skills, simple academics, or work skills to consumers/students in a state school, hospital, juvenile detention facility, residence, group home, workshop, or supported employment environment.

Provides transportation for clients/residents to appointments and activities. Plans, shops for, and prepares meals, including special diets, and assists families in planning, shopping for, and preparing nutritious meals. Performs housekeeping duties, such as cleaning, washing clothes and dishes, and running errands.

Instructs clients/residents on daily living skills in one-on-one or group instruction.

Cares for individuals and families during periods of incapacitation, family disruption or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care, and help in adjusting to new lifestyles. Arranges for needed medical care and provides needed services to assure that medical care is obtained

Preferred Qualifications: Two years' experience working with adult mental health individuals

Must pass a pre-employment background check (which includes criminal records check, driver's history, and verification of work history) and a post-hire federal background investigation.

Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and will be placed in the pool for the State Random Drug Testing Program.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma/GED and six (6) months of relevant job-related training or experience.

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.