NWCS (Slater, MO)- Support Care Assistant (Direct Support Professional)
Job Summary
Northwest Community Services is recruiting Support Care Assistant (Direct Support Professional) positions in Individualized Supported Living (ISL)/Waiver homes in Slater, Missouri. This is entry-level direct care work involving the care and treatment of adults with developmental disabilities. Multiple shifts are available.
Job Duties
- Observes, reports, and assists in recording changes in the physical condition, behavioral response, and emotional status of clients
- Assists in providing basic health care for clients
- Checks vital signs, and applies simple dressings
- Maintains a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment for client care and treatment activities
- Administers medication after completing training provided by the agency
- Uses state vehicles to transport clients to appointments and activities
- Assists clients in participating in activities (fishing, shopping, going to the movies, out to eat, etc.) with the clients
- Assists clients with meals, bathing, grooming, etc. as needed
Skills Needed
- Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment for clients
- Understand and follow directions
- Accurately report and record observations
- Accept and adapt to changes in assignments, methods, and policies
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, supervisors, and the general public
- Exercise good judgment and discretion in the performance of job duties
Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED
- 18 years of age
- Valid Missouri Driver's License
- Pass Background Screening
Benefits
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees.
Contact Information
To learn more about the application process or to request an application, contact Jessica Deal at 660-831-3057 or visit our Marshall Office located at 1547 W Commerce Drive, Marshall, MO.