Job description

$1500 sign-on bonus opportunity for full-time employees (30 hours or more per week). Payable after a successful 30 days!! - Apply today for more details! or call 913-225-7002 Ext 2 to speak with Leatha LaGuardia, Staff Development Coach.

The hours of this job are Monday-Friday 8:30am to 3:00pm

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We are actively hiring DSP / CNA / CMA / Home Health Aides / Caregivers

At Life Centers of Kansas, this role involves maintaining a secure positive environment for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities that nurtures individuals' needs and self-expression, assists with goals, follows the individuals' Support Plans, and provides support and assistance of daily living activities at the individuals' home and/or Day Program Services location. Duties performed at the residential homes or day service center may include:

This role involves maintaining a secure and a secure and positive environment for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities that nurtures individuals’ needs and self-expression. You will be responsible for assisting with client goals, following the individual’s support plans, basic caregiving duties, and providing support and assistance with daily living activities at the individual’s home and/or Day Program Services location.

Duties performed at residential homes may include:

• Providing excellent personal care and support to our clients
• Maintaining knowledge of individuals' support requirements and plans
• Responsible for the health, safety and emotional support of clients served
• Assisting with and/or preparing meals
• Assisting with light housekeeping
• Assisting with or in some cases providing full support of personal hygiene needs
• Administration of medications as required and directed by medical professionals
• Promoting independence in daily activities, such as work, learning, and leisure
• Facilitate individuals' inclusion in the communities' experiences and activities
• Complying with the organization's policies and procedures

Qualified applicants must have the following:

• Strong desire, compassion, and ability to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Capable of working effectively with a team
• Demonstrate effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Valid driver's license and the ability to operate one of our company vehicles, which include mini-vans, 12 and 15-passenger vans and wheelchair lift vans (valid driver's license is required for all shifts, including overnights)
• Eligible to work in the United States
• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Successfully pass criminal background check and random drug screens
• The ability to physically assist and transfer individuals to/from wheelchairs from/to other seating and beds
• The ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• The ability to stand, walk and/or bend and squat for 6-8 hours
• The ability to utilize a desktop computer effectively for documentation and record keeping
• The flexibility to work a shift or location other than the one you were initially hired to work
• You must have the ability to utilize the internet to access your personal e-mail and to view and confirm your schedule when posted
• You will be required to be at work when scheduled and work your entire shift

Rate of pay $16.00 - $20.00 depending on experience & schedule

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Application Question(s):

• Please provide references. Two professional and one personal. Thank you.

Experience:

• Direct support: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

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

Work Location: One location

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