Direct Care Worker

**Job Summary:**

*Attention Experienced Direct Care Workers, Special Education Teachers, and Educators Looking for Evening and Summer Opportunities!*

We are seeking compassionate individuals to join our team as Direct Care Workers for the spring/summer months. As a Direct Care Worker, you will provide essential care and support to at-risk youth in a home care setting.

Are you skilled in working with youth with diverse behavioral needs and passionate about making a positive impact on their lives? Here's a unique opportunity for you this summer! We're searching for experienced educators who excel in managing behavioral difficulties to apply for direct care positions.

Your expertise in communication, empathy, and mentorship, especially in guiding youth with diverse behavioral needs, is invaluable. This spring/summer, join us in a dynamic and supportive environment where you can continue to inspire and guide, making a significant difference in young lives.

**Duties:**

- Assist individuals with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication administration.

- Ensure the safety and well-being of teenagers under care by maintaining constant supervision during scheduled activities, outings, and free time.

- Monitor and organize activities to promote socialization and skills building.

- Implement behavior management techniques to support individuals with challenging behaviors.

- Provide companionship and emotional support to individuals under your care.

- Assist teenagers provide academic guidance and encouragement to help them achieve their educational goals.

- Drive individuals to appointments or outings as required.

**Requirements:**

- Experience working with youth with challenging behaviors with is preferred.

- Proficient in patient care techniques, including monitoring, prompting, redirecting, and behavior management.

- Flexible, patient, structured demeanor when providing care.

- Knowledge of caregiving principles and practices.

- Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.

If you're ready to utilize your experience and skills in a fulfilling role and be part of an impactful team, we'd love to hear from you! Don't miss out on this chance to make a difference. Apply now to join us for an enriching summer opportunity!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $11.50 - $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid orientation
• Paid training

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Overnight shift

Work Days:

• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends

Experience:

• direct care: 2 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Riverdale, GA 30296 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $14