Direct Care Provider - Sioux City

We are seeking a Direct Care Provider to join our team! In this position you will assist with the direct care, supervision and goal-oriented activities of designated persons served.

Position Type:

Full-Time Starting Wage:

$19.21 hourly In accordance with the Goodwill of the Great Plains mission, we are committed to providing a competitive total compensation package, including salary and benefits, that will attract, retain, and reward high performing employees who share a passion for transforming lives through the dignity of work. Goodwill of the Great Plains strives to make employee compensation performance-based, competitive to organizations with similar missions, and commensurate for the individual's level of responsibility.

Responsibilities:

Provide self-care training and therapeutic treatment of designated persons served Administer medication(s) as direct by the physician Attends to routine health care needs under supervisions of immediate supervisor and/or medical personnel. Support persons served by reinforcing positive behaviors and appropriate social interaction Carry out behavior management techniques as instructed by the program plans Carry out persons served actives as scheduled and on an as needed basis. Utilize behavior modification techniques and training to maintain safety of disruptive persons served and those around them Complies with all CARF and Goodwill safety policies and procedures

Qualifications:

High school graduate/GED required. Verification of diploma or certification required. Minimum of one-year previous work experience, preferably in a human service setting Must have a valid drivers license and proof of personal vehicle insurance Must have acceptable criminal background, child abuse, and dependent adult abuse checks Must be able to pass post-offer physical examination Must have ability to become certified in CPR, First-Aid, and Mandatory Reporting for Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Must be able to pass company-paid Medication Manager class While the benefits are great, Goodwill's mission is really at the heart of all we do. When you join the Goodwill team you are not just joining the company, you are becoming part of our family. You could be eligible for a Personal Day, Birthday Day Off, and 6 Paid Holidays upon hire. With eligibility for Health Dental, and Vision Insurance after 30 days of employment. See more benefit details on the careers tab at www.goodwillgreatplains.org. Apply today to become a part of something great! Goodwill of the Great Plains provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.