Supported Living Direct Support Counselor
Job description
Jewish Community Services (JCS) provides programs and services for people of all ages and backgrounds, helping them achieve their goals, enhance their wellbeing, and maximize their independence.
Jewish Community Services (JCS) currently serves individuals with developmental disabilities in our Supported Living Programs that are in need of compassionate and caring Direct Support Counselors. This position involves working with individuals who are residing independently, with a roommate/caregiver or with their families. Staff are responsible for assisting with daily living skills, participating in community outings and social interactions, and cooperating with the individual’s family or caregiver. Staff needs to be reliable as well as dependable and have computer skills.
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, grocery shopping, and recreational activities).
CURRENT OPENINGS:
FLOATER POSITION AVAILABLE: FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY JEWISH COMMUNITY SERVICES IS HIRING HARD WORKING FLOATERS WILLING TO WORK A FLEXIBLE 40.00 HOURS A WEEK WITH OUR SUPPORTED LIVING STAFF ! APPLY NOW!
Client 1- Temp-Appendix K- (Sa)10:30a-4:30p (Tu) 3:00p-6:00p (Th) 3:00p-6:00p
Client 2- Open Shift- (Sa) 10:00a- 6:00p (Su) 10:00a- 6:00p (M) 3:00p-8:00p (Tu) 3:00p-8:00p (W) 3:00p-8:00p (Th) 3:00p-8:00p (F)3:00p-7:00p
Client 3- Open Shift- (Sa)4:00p – 7:00p (M)12:00p-4:00p (W)4:00-7:00P
Client 4- Temp-Appendix K- (Su) 9:00a-3:00p (M)3:00-9:00p (TU)3:00-9:00p (Th)3:00-9:00p (F)3:00-9:00p
Client 5- Temp-Appendix K- (Sa) 10:00a- 2:00p (Th)4:00-7:00P (F)4:00-7:00P
Client 6- Temp-Appendix K- (Sa)9:00a-5:00p (F)12:30p-4:30p
Client 7- Open Shift- (M)10:00-2:00p (W)10:00-1:00p (F)10:00-1:00p
Client 8- Open Shift -(Sa) 2:00p-6:00p (M)2:00p-6:00p (Tu)2:00p-6:00p (Th)2:00p-6:00p (F)2:00p-6:00p
Client 9- Open Shift- (M)2:00p-6:00p (Tu)3:30p-7:00p (W)2:00p-6:00p (Th)3:00p-7:00p (F)2:00p-6:00p
Client 10- Open Shift- (M) 3:00p-8:00p (Th) 3:00p-8:00p (F) 3:00p-8:00p
Client 11- Temp-Appendix K- (Sa) 11:00-3:00p (M)4:00p-7:00p (W)4:00p-7:00p
Client 12- Open Shift- RUSSIAN SPEAKING (Sa) 10:00a- 4:00p (Su) 10:00a- 4:00p
Client 13- Open Shift- (M) 10:00a- 2:00p (Tu) 10:00a- 2:00p (W) 10:00a- 2:00p (Th) 10:00a- 2:00p (F) 10:00a- 2:00p
Required :
- Acceptable driving record and 3 years of driving experience
- Current MD driver’s license
- Minimum age: 21 years old
- Must have access to reliable transportation with valid insurance (may be required to use your own vehicle to transport individuals as needed)
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- CPR & First Aid
- 1-year experience
- Sensitivity to Jewish Culture
- COVID Vaccination and Proof of Vaccination Required*
Preferred:
- A valid Certified Medication Technician (CMT) certification, verifiable through MBON and/or from Dimensional Health Care Associates, Inc
- CNA/GNA License
- DDA Trainings such as: BPS, OSHA, etc.
- Preference to candidates with required DDA trainings.
What do we have to offer?
- Health (plus other benefits) offered at 30+ hrs/wk
- Vision and Dental offered at 20+ hrs/wk
- 401(k) retirement plan offered at 20+ hrs/wk
- Vacation leave offered at 20+ hrs/wk
- Sick leave offered at 12+hrs/wk
- CPR & First Aid
- Paid training
- Free JCC Membership (taxes apply) offered at 20+ hrs/wk
Please submit references upon submission.
The PERKS of Working at JCS: Comprehensive Benefit Plan + 401(k) + Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays + Free JCC gym membership (taxes apply) + Professional Development Opportunities + Legal Shield + Pet Insurance + MD 529 College Savings Plans + Competitive Salary + Free CEU Opportunities + Supervision for Licensure
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.
The Associated: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore and its Agencies are equal opportunity employers, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship, veteran's status, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit the performance of essential job functions (with or without reasonable accommodation) or any other basis protected by federal, or applicable, state or local law.
The Associated: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore and its Agencies are equal opportunity employers, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship, veteran's status, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit the performance of essential job functions (with or without reasonable accommodation) or any other basis protected by federal, or applicable, state or local law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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