03/16/2022
TITLE
Direct Care Associate
EOE STATEMENT We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION Redhead Supports is a community-based service provider for individuals with disabilities, offering an array of services to suit the unique needs and objectives of youth and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as traumatic brain injuries. Our services range from thoughtfully chosen group homes, to loving and safe host homes, to competent and purposeful supported living care, to enriching and amusing day and after-school programs. Each of our programs is designed to promote opportunities to:
make daily choices
work toward their own goals
have happy learning and leisure experiences that are aligned with their unique interests
contribute in consequential ways to their own living situations
gain psychosocial development
increase their participation and involvement in the community.
Parents, families, natural supports, medical providers and caseworkers are all meaningfully included on the empowering teams that provide stability, fulfillment and quality to the lives of individuals we serve. Each individual in Redhead Supports service is offered competent care by thoroughly trained, carefully selected and uniquely talented and compassionate staff members who all share the common goal and mantra of being the kind of caregiver we would want serving our own loved ones. The result is a vast and deeply committed extension to the families of each of our individuals in care.
Redhead Supports is funded by the Department of Services for People with Disabilities in Utah and by Desert Regional Center in Nevada, with private pay models on request.
DESCRIPTION
CARE GIVER/ MENTORS/CNA NEEDED
ARE YOU DYNAMIC?
DO YOU LIKE CARING FOR OTHERS?
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A REWARDING AND FULFILLING OCCUPATION?
ARE YOU LOOKING TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF OTHERS?
IF SO, OUR COMPANY WILL PROVIDE YOU ALL OF THAT.
Our mentors, caregivers and CNA's enjoy a range of opportunities to assist the disabled individuals we serve, including (but not limited to) community activities and outings, help with basic living and social skills, assistance with progress toward individuals’ personal goals, accomplishing errands and tasks, and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of these individuals.
Our clients can present some very challenging behaviors so we are looking for individuals who are:
able to stay calm and avoid power struggles
willing and physically able to assist clients use the restroom and stay safe
show empathy when a client is overwhelmed
cheer them on as they take steps forward!
be thick skinned
and above all have fun and be active in the community
We will provide you with training in working with individuals with disabilities, including how to redirect, de-escalate situations and handle problem behaviors.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
If you:
have a desire to help individuals with disabilities
are able to keep up with energetic individuals and engage in fun activities
have a car and are willing to use it
can pass a background check
are available for Swing (3pm-11pm) and Grave (11pm-7am) shifts and all shifts on weekends. Weekends are mandatory.
must be prompt, reliable, and committed to helping others.
In return, we will provide you with an above-average wage, a casual work environment, and a chance to work with some of the coolest clients who will change you for the better. We also offer Health, Dental and Vision after your 90 days with our great company. We provide quality Leadership Training, Medication Training, Safety Care Training and much more.
Our team is the best you will find and we are looking for honest and dedicated people to join our fantastic growing company. Join us now!
Experience is valuable, but sincere interest, compassion, upbeat attitude, and a solid work ethic are most important.
You must be Punctual, fulfill all job requirements, and must have Drivers license/Insurance and a vehicle.
Opportunities for advancement are available in our growing company!!
Join our team today!!
FULL-TIME/PART-TIME Full-Time and/or Part-Time
PAY RATE $11.00 plus based on experience and performance evaluation after the first 90 days.
THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS.
$300 sign on Bonus!
