Direct Support Worker, Residential Assistance, Frederick - Full-time, evenings and weekends
Direct Support Worker, Residential Assistance, Frederick - Full-time, evenings and weekends
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Job Description
Development and Intellectual Disabilities Services (DDA) at Sheppard Pratt offer programs devoted to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities including residential programs that provide homes and personcentered supports. The Odyssey Residential Program provides singlefamily homes throughout the Frederick community to approved individuals. Pay rate: $18.03/hr.
What to expect.
This is a direct care opportunity to facilitate client involvement in meaningful activities of daily life to support their overall mental health and wellbeing. With training and ongoing experience you will exercise discretion and independent judgement with general supervision.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Facilitating client participation in therapeutic and social group activities by developing an understanding of what motivates them individually.
- Implementing individual client care plans to meet client needs and goals.
Providing transportation and attending clients medical appointments.
What youll get from us.
At Sheppard Pratt you will work alongside a multidisciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:
- A commitment to ongoing training and education including a robust tuition reimbursement program.
- Comprehensive retirement medical dental and vision benefits.
- Generous paidtimeoff and flexible scheduling.
- Complimentary employee assistance program.
- And more!
What we need from you.
- High school diploma or GED. Bachelors degree in a related field preferred.
- Positively referenced relevant work student or volunteer experience.
- A drivers license with 3points or less and access to an insured vehicle.
Sheppard Pratts missiondriven culture offers an environment where you can explore what motivates you both professionally and personally. Impact opportunities include hospitals special education schools residential programs outpatient centers and more. We offer continuing education tuition reimbursement and career development programs to facilitate your professional growth. Together we can put your purpose to work.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
