Support Associates

Support Associate

BARC Developmental Services is currently hiring for the position of Support Associate in our residential homes throughout Bucks County – including Warminster, Doylestown, Perkasie, Sellersville, and Quakertown. There are daytime, 3pm-11pm and overnight awake shifts for multiple homes in these areas. We have full time and part time schedules open.

Support Associate responsibilities include:

• Provide in home direct care and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities
• Assist with personal care (includes bathing, dressing and bathroom use).
• Participation in community and recreational activities.
• Administer medications.
• Provide transportation using agency provided vehicle.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record in accordance with agency policy if over age 21.
• Experience with persons having intellectual disabilities and/or senior citizens preferred but not required. In addition, the ability to foster social and work interests of participants is helpful. Applicants must be willing to assist individuals with personal hygiene needs and provide direct supports.
• The Support Associate's primary hours would be 3 PM to 11PM or 11PM to 9AM. Applicants must be able and willing to attend paid training classes that are held during daytime business hours.