Direct Care Support - Keenan House North

General Description

Responsible for direct care of the residents in the program. Ensure program safety and help residents understand program requirements. Support residents with life skills and create daily schedules of meaningful activities.

Essential Job Functions

• Direct Care: Assist Site Supervisor in intake interviews, monitor daily activities, report concerns, follow medication policy, assist in record management, attend staff meetings, conduct daily room inspections, conduct routine bed checks, report safety concerns, assist with transportation, participate in group facilitation and educational training, document incidents, and report to supervisor.
• Administrative: Serve on interagency committees, keep supervisor informed, ensure compliance with policies, maintain site quality and safety, and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 2 or 4-year degree in related field preferred
• Relevant knowledge and/or experience in substance use disorders and mental health diagnoses preferred
• Relevant Human Services/Direct Care experience preferred, will train
• CPR certified or certification within first 3 months of employment
• Able to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information Check and RMV check

Working Conditions

• Mobile, utilizes work stations
• Temperature regulated
• Manual dexterity
• Visual and hearing acuity; correctable
• Physical conditions: reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions