Residential Part-Time IDD Care - Hickory

InReach • Hickory, NC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

InReach provides supports and services across the lifespan for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. The organization aims to provide individualized support at the appropriate time and frequency, delivered by qualified staff in the most independent setting appropriate.

This role supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who live in a residential home in Hickory, North Carolina. The position involves helping residents with daily living activities, medication, social habits, and recreational activities. The schedule is 25 hours per week across four weekdays and one weekend day, with flexible scheduling between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and one required Saturday or Sunday shift. Pay is $15.00 per hour.

Requirements

• Strong verbal skills.
• Willingness to help others.
• At least 6 months of verifiable paid or volunteer experience working with the I/DD population, or experience relevant to the role.
• A valid driver's license.
• A high school diploma or GED.
• Successfully pass a drug screen and background check.
• Willingness to work 25 hours per week across four weekdays and one weekend day, including one required Saturday or Sunday shift.

Responsibilities

• Teach and assist residents with meal planning and cooking.
• Instruct and assist residents with household cleaning, personal care, and hygiene.
• Provide community recreational activities when available.
• Provide and participate in in-home leisure activities.
• Document activities.
• Help residents develop healthy social habits.
• Dispense medication and monitor dosages.
• Drive a full-size passenger van.

Benefits

• Teladoc Health Partnership
• Discounts with Local Businesses
• Extensive Training Program including on-the-job training
• Free meals while on duty

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED