Direct Support Counselor - JCS - SN Supported Living 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.
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).
Client 1 (Sa)11:00pm-7:00pm, (Su)11:00pm-7:00pm
Client 2 (Sa) 7:00am-1:00pm
Client 2- (Sa)5:00pm-11:00pm
Client 3- (M)4:00pm-11:00pm, (Tu)4:00pm-11:00pm, (W)4:00pm-11:00pm, (Th)4:00pm-11:00pm, (F)4:00pm-11:00pm
Client 4- (F)9:00am-1:00pm, (Sa)9:00am-1:00pm
Client 4- (M) 5:00pm-11:00pm, (Tu) 5:00pm-11:00pm, (Th) 5:00pm-11:00pm
Client 5- (Sa) 10:00am-6:00pm
Client 6- (M)2:00pm-8:00pm, (Tu)2:00pm-8:00pm, (W)2:00pm-8:00pm, (Th) 2:00pm-8:00pm, (F) 2:00pm-8:00pm
Client 7- (M) 9:00pm-3:00pm, (Tu)9:00pm-3:00pm, (W)9:00pm-3:00pm, (Th)9:00pm-3:00pm, (F)9:00pm-3:00pm
Client 7- (F) 3:00pm-11:00pm
- 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 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
Required:
• Current MD driver’s license
• Minimum age: 21 years old
• Acceptable driving record and 2 years of US verifiable driving experience
• Must have access to reliable transportation with valid insurance (may be required to use your own vehicle to transport individuals as needed)
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1-year experience
• Sensitivity to Jewish Culture
Pay Range- $17.00- $20.00
Preferred:
• A valid Certified Medication Technician (CMT) certification, verifiable through MBON and/or from Dimensional Health Care Associates, Inc
• First Aid/CPR (American Red Cross, American Heart Association, National Safety Council)
• MANDT
What do we have to offer?
• Health (plus other benefits) offered at 30+ hrs/wk
• Vision and Dental offered at 20+ hrs/wk
• 401(k) retirement plan offered at 20+ hrs/wk
• Vacation leave offered at 20+ hrs/wk
• Sick leave offered at 12+hrs/wk
• Paid training
• Free JCC Membership offered at 20+ hrs/wk
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.