Floater Direct Support Counselor - JCS - SN Residential-General
Jewish Community Services
Jewish Community Services (JCS) is a comprehensive human service agency that provides a broad range of services that meet the diverse, multi-dimensional needs of individuals and families throughout Central Maryland. Join our team of professionals as we work to create a community in which every person is able to achieve his or her highest quality of life and well-being.
Residential Direct Support Counselor responsibilities include providing personal care including housekeeping; lifting, transferring, bathing, administrating medication, meal preparations, and performing general household duties as well as community integration (i.e. transporting individuals to doctor appointments advocates on behalf of the individual and provides medical professionals with accurate information, grocery shopping, and recreational activities).
- Minimum age: 21 years old
- Current Certified Medication Technician (CMT), verifiable through the MBON, 1-year DDA client experience
- Current MD driver’s license w/acceptable driving record (no more than 2 points) and 2 years of US(verifiable) driving experience
- Must have access to your own vehicle with valid insurance (may be required to use your own vehicle to transport individuals as needed)
- Sensitivity to Jewish Culture
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- CPR & First Aid
Pay Range- $20.00- $23.00
Preferred:
- A valid Certified Medication Technician (CMT) certification from Dimensional Health Care Associates, Inc
- DDA Trainings such as: BPS, OSHA, etc.
What do we have to offer?
- Vacation leave offered for any shifts of 20+ hrs./wk.
- Health plus other benefits offered for any shifts of 30+ hrs./wk.
- Vision and Dental offered for any shifts of 20+ hrs./wk.
- 401(k) retirement plan offered for any shifts of 20+ hrs./wk.
- Paid training
- Free JCC Membership offered for any shifts of 20+ hrs.
JCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All opportunities at JCS are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of criminal background clearances, drug test, and degree and/or license verification. If the position requires driving, a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.