Group Worker - Adult Day Program

Oaks Integrated Care Inc.•Lumberton, NJ

39d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team today and immerse yourself in a rewarding career for years to come! As a Group Worker, you will would within our adult day program, located in Lumberton, Burlington County NJ. The Pat LeBon Day and Empowerment Programs support adults dually diagnosed with a mental illness and developmental disability. The program revolves around the recurring events of daily living which presents opportunities including training perceptual abilities, coordination, communication skills, employment skills and increased independence with self-care/hygiene. Schedule: Full-time; Tuesday-Saturday 9a-5p

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
One year experience working with the Developmentally Disabled or related field;
Must be at least 18 years of age or older;
Possession of a valid driver's license in good standing
All positions require a valid driver's license in good standing, and pre-employment drug screening.
All candidates, if hired, will be expected to cooperate with Oaks Integrated Care and The Department of Human Services in all inspections and investigations.

Responsibilities

Work as a 1:1 with consumers
Maintain consumer records, including progress notes, and all other record-keeping as required by Agency policies and Division of Developmental Disabilities
Develop and implement treatment plans
Coordinate and maintain daily activity schedule
Assist with employment contracts on a daily basis
Maintain availability to consumers and staff on a 24-hour basis during emergencies
Develop and implement an activity schedule on a weekly basis
Hold responsibility for safety and well-being of consumer during all scheduled activities and community outings
Fill in when needed when consumer is out
Work collaboratively with Program Supervisor