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Samaritas Direct Support Professional/Caregiver Lead, PWD in Muskegon, Michigan
Position Details
Do you have experience working direct care in the mental health field / working with vulnerable adults and are located in the Muskegon area?
The CAREGIVERS (DSPs) of our persons with disabilities home LOVE their residents. In speaking to these passionate folks, they share that they learn so much from their residents every day. Come check out this fulfilling job, assisting with daily living skills... truly taking the TIME to teach these awesome residents daily living skills!! You're their support partner. Make a difference in someone's life every day!
Welcome to Samaritas Nation!
Samaritas is a Michigan-based human service organization that connects people with families and communities, empowers them to live their fullest life possible, and creates a ripple effect of transformation. The reference to the work of the Good Samaritan in our name is especially fitting as it is consistent with our mission, values and the services our faith-based company provides.
APPLY TODAY! #BeTheRock, creating ripples of positive transformation in the lives of those we are entrusted to serve!
This position has a pay rate of $17.00 per hour
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What's In It For You
Some of the benefits you may receive are:
Full Time/Part TimeCompetitive Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment
Company paid Basic Life Insurance ($10,000 minimum for each full time and part time employee)
Company paid Short Term Disability accrual (Full time employees)
Retirement Plan (403b) - Company matches on first 1.5% of gross income at 133%
Great Personal Time Off (PTO) accruals
Awesome Employee Discounts
UKG Wallet - Pre-Pay Options
Plus, many more benefits
Contingent
Retirement Plan (403b) – Contributions
Awesome Employee Discounts
UKG Wallet - Pre-Pay Options
Coordinates health programs and/or Person Centered Plans and provide direct care to individuals living within assigned Center.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in the coordination of medical and health programs and services for residents including but not limited to scheduling medical appointments, ordering medications, and obtaining physician orders; assure accurate and timely documentation of same
Provide hands-on care and assistance to persons served, including but not limited to mobility/lifting/ transferring; bathing, personal hygiene and grooming, laundry, meal preparation and mealtime assistance. Perform First Aid as necessary
Assist persons served with activities in daily living including but not limited to household tasks, communication skills, and activities in the community
Assist in development of individuals’ social and recreational interests and skills through appropriate modeling and supportive activities
Pass medications in accordance with Person Centered Plan and Adult Foster Care Licensing rules for the State of Michigan
Complete and document consumer’s home-based programs as written by Community Mental Health (CMH) personnel
Provide care and complete duties in compliance with Adult Foster Care Licensing rules for the state
Cooperate with other Center staff to assist in meeting the needs of individuals in the Center
Participate with Manager, Case Manager and other assigned professional support staff in the development and implementation of individual program, supports and services
Transport resident in Samaritas owned vehicle: assure basic cleanliness and care of vehicle
Job Qualifications
Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Satisfactory completion of DCH Residential Program Training Requirements
Attain and maintain all required certifications (i.e., CPR, First Aid, Blood borne Pathogens, etc.)
Complete required CMH Group home training
Valid unrestricted driver’s license with good driving record. Proof of valid automobile insurance if required by program/center
Experience
Experience in a residential setting for people with developmental disabilities or mental health preferred
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Requisition Number2024-10921
Employee TypeFull-Time
Hours Per Pay Period80
ShiftDay
Work Hours6:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Weekends and/or Holidays RequiredYes
On Call RequiredNo
Position LocationUS-MI-Muskegon