Direct Support Counselor - JCS - SN Residential-General

Jewish Community Services (JCS) is a comprehensive human service agency that provides a broad range of services that meet the diverse, multi-dimensional needs of individuals and families throughout Central Maryland. Join our team of professionals as we work to create a community in which every person is able to achieve his or her highest quality of life and well-being. Jewish Community Services (JCS) currently serves individuals in our ALU homes with developmental disabilities in our Residential Program that are in need of compassionate and caring Direct Support Counselors. Residential Direct Support Counselor/Medical Appointment Specialist responsibilities include providing personal care including housekeeping; lifting, transferring, bathing, administrating medication, meal preparations, and performing general household duties as well as community integration (i.e. transporting individuals to doctor appointments advocates on behalf of the individual and provides medical professionals with accurate information, grocery shopping, and recreational activities).      Floater positions available at 40 hours per week. Open availability required.  Kalton (Male)   Shift 1- (Sa)7am-3pm (Su)7am-3pm   Shift 2- (Sa)3pm-11pm (Su)3pm-11pm   Shift 3- (Sa)3pm-11pm (Su)3pm-11pm   Shift 4- (Fr)11pm-9:00am (Sa)11pm-9am   Woodcourt (Male)   Shift 1- (Su) 11pm-9am   Shift 2- (Sa)3pm-11pm (Su)3pm-11pm   Duncannon (Coed)   Shift 1- (Sa)7am-3pm (Su)7am-3pm   Shift 2- (Sa)3pm-10pm (Sa)3pm-10pm   Shift 3- (Sa)3pm-11pm (Sa)3pm-11pm     Dresden (Male)   Shift 1- (Sa)7am-3pm (Su)7am-3pm   Shift 2- (Sa)8am-4pm (Su)8am-4pm   Shift 2- (Sa)10am-6pm EOW (Su)10am-6pm EOW   Shift 3- (Sa)3pm-11pm (Sa)3pm-11pm         Scotts Hill (Male)   Shift 1-  (Su)9am-3pm   Shift 2- (Sa) 9am-3pm (Su) 9am-3pm   Shift 3- (Sa)3pm- 9pm (Su)3pm- 9pm   Shift 4-(Sa)3pm-11pm (Su)3pm-11pm   Bonnie Brae (Male)   Shift 1- (Sa)7am-3pm (Su)7am-3pm   Shift 2- (Sa) 9am-3pm (Su) 9am-3pm   Shift 3- (Sa)3pm- 9pm (Su)3pm- 9pm   Shift 4-(Sa)3pm-11pm (Su)3pm-11pm   Shift 5- (Su) 11pm-9:30am   Bland (Female)   Shift 1- (Sa)10am-7pm  (Su)10am-7pm Minimum age: 21 years old Current Certified Medication Technician (CMT), verifiable through the MBON, 1-year DDA client experience Current MD driver’s license w/acceptable driving record (no more than 2 points) and 2 years of driving experience Must have access to your own vehicle with valid insurance (may be required to use your own vehicle to transport individuals as needed) Sensitivity to Jewish Culture High School Diploma or equivalent CPR & First Aid    Pay Range- $17.00- $20.00      Preferred: A valid Certified Medication Technician (CMT) certification from Dimensional Health Care Associates, Inc DDA Trainings such as: BPS, OSHA, etc.        What do we have to offer?  Vacation leave offered for any shifts of 20 hrs./wk. Health plus other benefits offered for any shifts of 30 hrs./wk. Vision and Dental offered for any shifts of 20 hrs./wk. 401(k) retirement plan offered for any shifts of 20 hrs./wk.       Paid training Free JCC Membership (taxes apply) offered for any shifts of 20 hrs. JCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer All opportunities at JCS are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of criminal background clearances, drug test, and degree and/or license verification. If the position requires driving, a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.

Salary : $17 - $20