Job Details

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This position is located in Macon, Georgia

Job Description:

Under direct supervision, assists with daily living activities at the person's home, in a daytime non-residential facility or a residential facility. Provides training of basic personal and social skills, simple academics, or work skills to consumers/students in a state school, hospital, juvenile detention facility, residence, group home, workshop, or supported employment environment.

Provides transportation for clients/residents to appointments and activities. Prepares and maintains records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager or supervisor.

Plans, shops for, and prepares meals, including special diets, and assists families in planning, shopping for, and preparing nutritious meals. Performs housekeeping duties, such as cleaning, washing clothes and dishes, and running errands.

Participates in case reviews. May advise clients on behavioral problems, daily decision-making, and the resolution of minor problems. Instructs clients/residents on daily living skills in one-on-one or group instruction.

Cares for individuals and families during periods of incapacitation, family disruption or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care, and help in adjusting to new lifestyles. Assists in presentation of educational group lectures related to appropriate topics.

Arranges for needed medical care and provides needed services to assure that medical care is obtained

Preferred Qualifications:

Two years experience working with adult mental health individuals

Benefits

Vacation: 3 wks. Paid Annual Leave 1st 12 months

Sick Leave: 3 wks. Paid Sick Leave 1st 12 months

Holidays: 13 Paid Holidays

Retirement: 401(k) plan with a matching employer contribution and a Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Available Insurance: Health; Dental; Vision; Legal; Disability; Life & dependent life insurance

Paternity Leave: 3 wks. Paid Paternity Leave

Educational Leave: 1 Day Educational Leave

Employee Discounts: Theme parks, lodging and retail.

We are a Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer.

* Additional Information - Selected applicant must meet the following standards:

1. Must pass a pre-employment background check (which includes criminal records check, driver's history, and verification of work history) and a post-hire federal background investigation.

2. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and will be placed in the pool for the State Random Drug Testing Program.

3. Eligible to work in the U.S.

4. Able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

High School and College Degrees Must Be from an Accredited Institution

High school diploma or GED AND any combination of training and experience, which would have enabled the applicant to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. Note: Some positions may require a valid driver's license.

Additional Information

* Agency Logo: Requisition ID: SOC0EAH

* Number of Openings: 1

* Shift: Day Job

* Posting End Date: Nov 28, 2024