Job description
Be Part of our Circle.
We empower people to live their best life. That is our mission—not only to those we serve, but to those we employ. This mutually shared sense of purpose drives our decisions and actions. Come as you are and achieve better lives as part of the St. Louis Arc family of individuals in this vital role.
What you will do:
- Empower people to live their best life by assisting them with daily living skills.
- Teach skills that increase our residential participants’ independence and self-esteem.
- Assist four to six adult participants residing in our residential or group home with such skills as hygiene, meal preparation, dressing, and maintaining a clean environment.
- Support individuals in all areas of social and emotional well-being (e.g., planning outings and internal activities).
- Collaborate with the nursing team to follow and implement nursing plans (e.g., medications, physical support, and diets).
- Maintain an understanding of all individual’s plans and appropriate implementation practices.
- Transport individuals to and from activities and appointments.
- Complete required documentation within agency and funding deadlines.
What you can expect from us:
- We'll celebrate and empower your unique gifts and contributions.
- We’ll help you help others. You’ll be embraced and uplifted in our inclusive circle of support.
- You'll have a voice and the autonomy to put into action your ideas for doing your job better—and serve others better.
- Hands-on leadership that empowers team member innovation.
- Opportunities to learn and grow, plus benefits to support your personal and professional well-being—such as health insurance, retirement, and time off.
- STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT ASSISTANCE
- Full-Time hourly direct care staff may be eligible for up to $250 per month paid directly to their student loan vendor. Ask your recruiter for details.
What we expect of you:
The flexible, respectful individual we see is an innovative and quick thinker with these qualifications:
- At least 1 year of experience in customer service, education, medical or human services—preferably supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
- High school diploma (or equivalent experience).
- At least 21 years old.
- Reliable vehicle (4 seat belts and working heating/cooling) and valid driver’s license; valid auto insurance required at time of or within 30 days of hire.
- Solid judgment, organization, and problem-solving skills—to work with varying personalities and support needs.
- Ability to complete CPR/FA, L1MA, and Mandt training —provided by St. Louis Arc at no cost.
- Basic computer knowledge and ability to navigate database software.
Join others with your impeccable interpersonal skills, good intentions, and compassion to help people.
Apply today.
About St. Louis Arc:
Since 1950, people with disabilities and their families have been placing their trust with the St. Louis Arc. Today, our 400+ team members serve more than 4,500 children, teens, and adults with autism spectrum disorders, Down syndrome, intellectual and other developmental disabilities.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Work Location: One location
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