Direct Care Associate​/Millcreek of Grenada;

Direct Care Associate 1/ Millcreek of Grenada

Full‑Time, 1:1 Mon‑Fri 7am‑3pm $12/hr‑$13/hr with CNA.

This is a full‑time position for Grenada.

Minimum qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have reliable transportation and meet applicable requirements for the Millcreek Motor Vehicle Safety Program if required to drive per assignment.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule.
• Must complete the HCBS training and continued education program.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide support and information necessary to make informed choices and decisions for program participants.
• Establish a collaborative relationship with program participants, co‑workers and people who are important to the participant.
• Determine the needs, desires, and interests 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 aspects of life by teaching and providing supports.
• Provide support necessary to engage in satisfactory work and daily activities.
• Complete necessary documentation efficiently and promptly.
• 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 related to the program participant.
• Ensure the program participant’s safety at all times.
• Report risk management issues to supervisor and submit reports to supervisor promptly.
• Adhere to Ulti Pro usage, policies, procedures and timelines.
• Provide safe transportation to and from community activities.
• Adhere to all Millcreek and HCBS waiver program policies and procedures.
• Follow all safety policies and adhere to all worker’s compensation program guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Other

• Mental Health Care