Floater Direct Support Counselor - JCS - SN Residential-General

The Associated and its Agencies•Baltimore, MD

22d•$20 - $23

About The Position

Jewish Community Services (JCS) provides programs and services for people of all ages and backgrounds, helping them achieve their goals, enhance their wellbeing, and maximize their independence. Jewish Community Services (JCS) is a comprehensive human service agency that provides a broad range of services that meet the diverse, multi-dimensional needs of individuals and families throughout Central Maryland. Join our team of professionals as we work to create a community in which every person is able to achieve his or her highest quality of life and well-being. We are currently seeking a Floater for a full-time, 40 hours per week position. Candidates must have open availability to support scheduling needs across Residential Services. Residential Direct Support Counselor responsibilities include providing personal care including housekeeping; lifting, transferring, bathing, administrating medication, meal preparations, and performing general household duties as well as community integration (i.e. transporting individuals to doctor appointments advocates on behalf of the individual and provides medical professionals with accurate information, grocery shopping, and recreational activities). JCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer All opportunities at JCS are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of criminal background clearances, drug test, and degree and/or license verification. If the position requires driving, a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply. The Associated: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore and its Agencies are equal opportunity employers, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship, veteran's status, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit the performance of essential job functions (with or without reasonable accommodation) or any other basis protected by federal, or applicable, state or local law.

Requirements

Minimum age: 21 years old
Current Certified Medication Technician (CMT), verifiable through the MBON, 1-year DDA client experience
Current MD driver’s license w/acceptable driving record (no more than 2 points) and 2 years of US(verifiable) driving experience
Must have access to your own vehicle with valid insurance (may be required to use your own vehicle to transport individuals as needed)
Sensitivity to Jewish Culture
High School Diploma or equivalent
CPR & First Aid

Nice To Haves

A valid Certified Medication Technician (CMT) certification from Dimensional Health Care Associates, Inc
DDA Trainings such as: BPS, OSHA, etc.

Responsibilities

providing personal care including housekeeping
lifting, transferring, bathing
administrating medication
meal preparations
performing general household duties
community integration (i.e. transporting individuals to doctor appointments advocates on behalf of the individual and provides medical professionals with accurate information, grocery shopping, and recreational activities)