The Direct Support Counselor provides essential personal care, including medication administration, housekeeping, and meal preparation for residents. They also facilitate community integration by transporting individuals to appointments and recreational activities while advocating for their needs.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma, at least one year of experience, and a valid Maryland driver's license with a clean driving record. Applicants must be at least 21 years old and demonstrate sensitivity to Jewish culture.
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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) 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. Residential Direct Support Counselor 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)8am-3pm (Su)8am-3pm Shift 2- (Sa)9am-3pm (Su)9am-3pm Shift 3- (Sa)3pm-11pm (Su)3pm-11pm Shift 4- (Sa)3pm-11pm (Su)3pm-11pm Woodcourt (Male) Shift 1- (Sa)9am-7pm (Su)9am-7pm Shift 2-(Sa)3pm-11pm (Su)3pm-11pm Duncannon (Female) Shift 1- (Sa)10am-7pm (Su)10am-7pm Shift 2- (Sa)3pm-11pm (Su)3pm-11pm Shift 3- (Sa) 8am-3pm EOW, (Su) 8am-3pm EOW Shift 4- (M) 9am-3pm (Tu) 9am-3pm (W)9am-3pm (Th)9am-3pm (F) 9am-3pm Scott's Hill (Male) Shift 1- (Sa)8am-4pm (Su)8am-4pm Shift 2- (Sa)4pm-11pm (Sa)4pm-11pm Shift 3- (Th) 11pm-9am Shamrock (Male) Shift 1- (Su)3am-11pm Shift 2- (Sa) 10am-7pm (Su) 10am-7pm Shift 3-(Sa)4pm-11pm (Su)4pm-11pm Bonnie Brae (Male) Shift 1- (Su) 11pm-9:30am Bland (Female) Shift 1- (Sa)9am-3pm (Su)9am-3pm Shift 2-(Sa)3pm-11pm (Su)3pm-11pm Shift 3- (Sa) 10am-7pm (Su) 10am-7pm Required:
Current MD driver’s license
Minimum age: 21 years old
Acceptable driving record and 2 years of US verifiable driving experience
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
1-year experience
Sensitivity to Jewish Culture Pay Range- $17.00- $20.00 Preferred:
A valid Certified Medication Technician (CMT) certification, verifiable through MBON and/or from Dimensional Health Care Associates, Inc
First Aid/CPR (American Red Cross, American Heart Association, National Safety Council)
MANDT 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
Paid training
Free JCC Membership offered at 20+ hrs/wk
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.
