NWCS- Direct Care Aide (DCA)/Part-Time

NORTHWEST COMMUNITY SERVICES
DIRECT CARE AID (DCA)/PART-TIME

Pay Range: $17.39/Hr.

Northwest Community Services is a State of Missouri agency that operates under the Department of Mental Health.

We are currently recruiting to fill several Direct Care Aide/Part Time positions to work in Individualized Supported Living (ISL)/Waiver homes located in Higginsville, Warrensburg, Corder and Lexington on a 12 hour shift schedule. Homes supported in just select Higginsville homes will be on an 8 hour shift schedule. This is entry level direct care work involving the care and treatment of adults with developmental disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications: Must be 18 years old. One or more years of work experience or self-employment; and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency. Must also possess a valid driver's license and pass a background screening. Visit this website for disqualification information, https://dmh.mo.gov/about/employeedisqualification/ .

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 that is 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.

Schedule:

12 Hour Shifts- 6am-6pm, 6pm-6am

For additional information please contact the Personnel Department at (660) 584-9228

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Closing Date/Time: 2024-04-27

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Higginsville, Missouri United States View Map