About This Position
Company Description
At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services—we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, response and choice. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to meeting people where they are - providing person-centered supports that allow individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or complex medical needs to live as independently as possible.
Our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference, and we encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life!
Wage: $19.65 per hour (this wage includes an enhanced rate specific to employees working directly at the Complex Needs Program) Full Range Scale: $19.65 - $21.90
Hours / Shift / Schedule Requirements:
MUST BE FLEXIBLE - unable to adjust schedules based on applicant's current employment
Full-Time and Part-time schedules available
Company Perks / Benefits:
Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for eligible employees
Supplemental Insurance
Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for eligible employees
Pet Insurance
Life Insurance for eligible employees
401 K plan with up to 3% employer match based on eligibility requirements
PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
PTO Donation
Growth and Development Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Employee Assistance Program
National Brand Discounts
Tapcheck- early pay access
PAID training and orientation
Job Description
Personal care and hygiene tasks
Monitor health needs, including medications, special diets, and notify supervisor of any outstanding needs
Shopping and meal preparation
Planning outings and activities in the community
Perform housekeeping and laundry duties, including cleaning, organizing, maintaining a safe and tidy living environment, and washing, drying, folding, and putting away clothes and linens.
Setting goals and learning new skills and hobbies
Assist in developing positive behavior supports by providing feedback about individual's preferences
Participate in the formulation and implementation of individual treatment plans including data collection, report-writing participation in treatment team meeting and carrying out treatment team recommendations
Provide Lift and Transfer assistance (may include non-ambulatory individuals) requiring ability to carry and maneuver up to 50 or more pounds of unbalanced weight
Building healthy habits and relationships
Supporting positive behavior and boundaries
Maintaining well-being and safety by following plans and reporting guidelines
Qualifications
6 months of experience working with people who have developmental disabilities
Experience using de-escalation techniques (preferred)
Willing to be actively engaged and creative with ideas for outings and engagement in the home
Experience working as RBT or paraeducator (preferred)
Excellent written and verbal English language skills
18+ years or older
Preferred NAR, HCA, Nurse Delegation, CNA, NAC
Additional Information
At Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together, we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Dungarvin is an equal opportunity employer.
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Experience
Experience working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders, Writing skills, Experience working with individuals with cognitive disabilities, English, Developmental disability care assistance, Intellectual disabilities support, Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities
Benefits
Paid training, Health savings account, Dental insurance, Paid time off, Employee assistance program, Vision insurance, 401(k) matching, Paid orientation, Life insurance, Referral program, Pet insurance
