Direct Care Worker / Cook – Millcreek of Poplarville/ Full Time / M-F Position Available In Pearl River, Mississippi
Tallo's Job Summary: The Direct Care Worker / Cook position at Millcreek of Poplarville is a full-time Monday to Friday role that involves providing support to program participants, developing relationships, managing daily aspects of life, and ensuring participant safety. Qualifications include at least one year of working experience and preferred experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
Job Description
Description
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
+ Provide support and information necessary to make informed choices and decisions to program participants. + Establish a collaborative relationship with program participants, co-workers and people who are important to the participant. + Determine the needs, desires, and interest of the participants. + Assist the participant to identify support available in their community, family, and social network. + Work with the participant to develop and sustain relationships with friends, family and community members. + Assist the participant to manage every day aspect of life by teaching and providing supports. + Provide support necessary to engage in satisfactory work and daily activities. + Complete necessary documentation in an efficient and timely manner. + Complete routine daily checks of vans and report deficiencies. + Assist in plan development for the program participant to supervisor in a timely manner. + Assist program participant to achieve the outcomes identified on his/her plan. + Keep supervisor abreast of pertinent information relate dot he program participant. + Ensure the program participant safety at all times. + Report risk management issues to supervisor and submit reports to supervisor in a timely manner. + Adhere to UltiPro usage, policies, procedures and timelines. + Provide safe transportation to and from community activities. + Adhere to all Millcreek and HCBS waiver program policies and procedures. + Follows all safety policies and adheres to all worker’s compensation program guidelines. + Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Skills Preferred +
Communication:
Advanced + Attention to
Detail:
Advanced Behaviors Preferred +
Enthusiastic:
Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest +
Dedicated:
Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Preferred +
Flexibility:
Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals Education Required + High School/GED or better Experience Required + 1 year: At least one year of working experience. Preferred + 2 years: One year of experience working with children/adults with development disabilities is preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
