Support Worker, Direct Support Professional​/ Direct Care

Job Details

Job Location:

Marathon - 67 Coco Plum
- Marathon, FL 33050

Position Type:
Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $18.83 - $18.83 Hourly

Job Category:
Nonprofit
- Social Services

The Support Worker is someone who ensures the safety and well‑being of residents in our Mental Health Assisted Living Facility. Three 8 hour shifts daily. Support workers help people to live their lives as independently as possible and support them in reaching their potential, through both practical and emotional support in a home‑like environment.

• Supervising and assisting residents with instrumental activities of daily living, including medication assistance, transportation to medical appointments, recreational activities, money management, shopping for personal items, or simply being an empathetic listener.
• Preparing and serving resident meals and refreshments.
• Observing residents’ appearance and well‑being, reporting, and documenting any changes in health status.
• Conducting groups and meetings, according to your own personal skills and program needs.
• Resident orientation, maintenance of resident records, and sharing responsibilities within the staff office.
• Promote and maintain a therapeutic residential program.
• Advocate the agency and present a good public image while in contact with other agencies, referral sources, family members and medical professionals.
• Perform basic housekeeping duties as needed, such as sweeping, mopping, and cleaning counters.
• Completing required documentation and performing procedures to meet funding and licensing requirements.
• Orient new residents in accordance with policy and compliance with license and funding sources.
• Share all responsibilities within the staff office and participate in maintaining an efficient, clean, and organized workspace.
• Take part in weekly staff meetings.
• Help maintain the house, grounds/garden, and equipment; organize and participate in house cleaning, shopping, and food preparation.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Caring heart and ability to handle stressful situations.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• HIV training.
• Florida Driving License and meet agency insurance requirements for driving an agency vehicle.
• Meet Agency for Healthcare Administration background check requirements.
• Completion of hands‑on and electronic trainings covering resident care and mental health topics.
• In‑service training for Resident Rights, Emergencies, Universal Precautions, Assisted Living Limited Mental Health Training.
• Ability to obtain or have obtained these certifications within thirty days of beginning service (facility will provide or assist with training).
• Vaccinations, as required by local, state, federal, and/or funders; HR will notify if required.

West Care is an Equal Opportunity Drug Free Workplace Employer. Employment at West Care is contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment drug test, pre‑employment physical, and criminal background check.