Direct Care Assistant I

MDH Holly Center•Wicomico, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Care Assistant I (DCA I) provides consistent Active Treatment to individuals residing at MDH Holly Center. The role includes assisting individuals with activities of daily living, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment, and fostering engagement. The position is considered emergency essential. Applicants must meet the stated education and experience qualifications and possess a current Maryland Board of Nursing Nursing Assistant certificate, or complete an approved Nursing Assistant training program and obtain certification within 60 days of hire and before performing delegated nursing tasks. Additional credentials or training may be required depending on assigned duties and facility needs.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate; qualifying direct-care experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis for up to four years.
Six months of experience assisting in the care, treatment, habilitation, or rehabilitation of patients or clients who are aged, physically ill, have behavioral health diagnoses, or have intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Possess a current Nursing Assistant certificate from the Maryland State Board of Nursing, or complete a Board-approved Nursing Assistant training program and obtain certification within 60 days of hire and before performing delegated nursing tasks.
Complete a direct care training course or examination approved by the hiring facility before permanent appointment.
Be available for call-in and provide the facility with a telephone number at which the employee can be reached.
Be subject to substance abuse testing under Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09.
Military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in specified Hospital Corpsman, Health Care Specialist, or Medical Services specialties may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Nice To Haves

A Geriatric Aide certificate may be required for employees at facilities providing long-term care for the aged.
A valid Maryland motor vehicle operator's license may be required when assigned duties include operating a motor vehicle; a specific Maryland license may be required for van operation.
Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification may be required.

Responsibilities

Provide consistent Active Treatment to individuals residing at MDH Holly Center.
Assist individuals with activities of daily living.
Maintain a safe and comfortable environment.
Foster engagement.
Provide a telephone number for call-in availability.
Operate a motor vehicle or van when assigned duties require it.