Direct Care/Caregiver - $20.25/hr | Beacon, NY
About The Position
Support adults with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities in a residential medical setting Assist with ADLs, including hygiene, meals, mobility, and hands-on medical care Provide transportation to medical appointments and community outings Encourage community participation through social, recreational, and volunteer activities Implement behavior support plans and assist with goal setting and skill development Maintain accurate electronic and physical documentation of care and progress Collaborate with nurses, behaviorists, nutritionists, and day program staff About the Residence: A 14-resident, medically intensive home with 24/7 nursing, private rooms, on-site day program, and sensory room-offering a safe, beautiful, and enriching environment.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Valid Driver's License is required
- Willingness to learn, no experience needed
Responsibilities
- Support adults with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities in a residential medical setting
- Assist with ADLs, including hygiene, meals, mobility, and hands-on medical care
- Provide transportation to medical appointments and community outings
- Encourage community participation through social, recreational, and volunteer activities
- Implement behavior support plans and assist with goal setting and skill development
- Maintain accurate electronic and physical documentation of care and progress
- Collaborate with nurses, behaviorists, nutritionists, and day program staff
Benefits
- Extensive paid training and certification program
- Generous benefit package (medical, dental, vision, pet insurance)
- Paid time off (increases over years of service)
- Self-directed retirement plan options (403B)
- PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility
- NYS Healthcare Worker Bonus eligibility
- Flexible work schedules and overtime available that allow for work life balance
- Access to an Employee Assistant Program including mental health resources
- Ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, & belonging initiatives
- Accredited certification programs in direct care, leadership, and other specialties
- Employee mentorship program
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- A culture of appreciation, respect, and teamwork
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Education Level
High school or GED
