Jobs · OTHR · Iowa

Weekend Package (DSP) - Group Homes

ChildServe · Johnston, IA · 4 wk ago
On-siteOTHR$16–$18.64/hrFull-time

About the role

Supporting children and young adults with daily living and encouraging their independence.

Responsibilities

  • Assist children and young adults in becoming as independent as possible in personal cares, preparing meals, caring for household, community exposure/involvement, and other life skills areas.
  • Work with supervisors, therapists, nursing staff, and families in program development and implementation.
  • Provide transportation assistance as needed.
  • Administer treatments and medications as appropriate, with knowledge of schedules and dosages.
  • Facilitate community involvement through recreational events, shopping trips, volunteer opportunities, and other activities.

Requirements

  • Previous work with children or adults with disabilities preferred.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Able to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.
  • Willing/able to become an approved driver for ChildServe.
  • Certified Medication Aide (CMA), Medication Manager, or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certifications helpful.
  • Able to lift up-to 35 lbs., be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.

Qualifications

  • Not specified.

Skills

  • Not specified.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO).

Pay

The starting pay for this position is between $16-18.64/ hour with opportunities for advancement. There is an Increased wage differential for the weekend package hours of 120%. The Staff will work 32 hours during the following time frames each week. Friday: 2pm-11pm Saturday: 6am-11pm Sunday: 6am-11pm.

Schedule

There is an Increased wage differential for the weekend package hours of 120%. The Staff will work 32 hours during the following time frames each week. Friday: 2pm-11pm Saturday: 6am-11pm Sunday: 6am-11pm.

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