What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-time Direct Care - 2nd Shift position at Volunteers of America Northern New England?
Full-time Direct Care -2nd Shift
Are you passionate about helping others achieve independence and improve their quality of life? Do you enjoy engaging in fun, meaningful activities while supporting clients in building essential life skills? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
We’re looking for a dedicated individual to join our team in a 2nd shift role (2–11 PM) with one 1st/2nd shift combo per week. This position offers flexibility, allowing you to pursue other interests during the week while making a real difference in the lives of those we serve.
Interested? We’d love to tell you more—apply today!
VOA Northern New England is currently looking to fill a full-time Direct Care role at our West Side Place group home program in Bangor, Maine.
Weekend Availability Required. *Wknd Differential Pay offered*
VOA strives to provide continued opportunities to grow and learn in a mission-driven organization! Volunteers of America will pay for training in this field, and employees typically receive an increase in pay for eligible completed trainings up to MHRT-1 certification. By working for VOA, a non-profit organization, you may be eligible for a portion of student loan forgiveness!
The Residential Counselor works in a residential setting and provides direct care while assisting clients in acquiring and maintaining independence, socialization, and adaptive skills necessary to reside successfully in the community. This position promotes a safe and healthy living environment and increases the capabilities of clients within the policies and procedures of the agency while ensuring the protection of individual rights.
At Volunteers of America, we know it’s our employees who make the greatest difference. We are a seeking compassionate, hard-working individual who finds satisfaction working with a vulnerable population.
Volunteers of America is a certified Great Place to Work organization for 2024-2025!
Qualifications:
- High School diploma required; college education in relevant discipline or experience working within the behavioral health field preferred
- Knowledge of basic homemaking skills, understanding of community resources, implementation of individual training plans, and documentation of care preferred
- Ability to self-motivate and initiate work independently. Willingness to engage with clients
- Excellent communication skills, including active listening, written, oral and record-keeping skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Valid Maine driver’s license and transportation required. The employee must have a good driving record and at least 3 years of driving experience to transport clients using their vehicle.
- Solid relationship-building skills, with the ability to exhibit compassion and patience.
Volunteers of America is an equal opportunity employer; and all employment-related decisions are made without consideration of individuals’ race, sex, age, national origin, disability status or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Maine Driver's License and 3 years' driving experience (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bangor, ME: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20
