Direct Care Worker - Part Time

Job Description

Job Description

Come join our team and make a difference in the lives of those in our community! Genesee Health System (GHS) is looking for energetic and caring people to join our dynamic clinical team.

We value our staff and think they deserve the best! Medical, vision and dental benefits available at no premium for our staff and their dependents. We also provide an annually loaded HSA of up to $2,500, a 5% match towards your retirement, generous paid time off (19 ½ days per year) AND 13 paid holidays.

General Statement:

Works under the direction/supervision of the Unit/Program Supervisor, performs paraprofessional activities in instructing clients in basic personal and social skills or in work-related social and personal activities; performs related work as required.

Minimum Requirements:

Two (2) years of college, including a minimum of twenty (20) credit hours in psychology, counseling, education, sociology, social work, or any combination of the preceding

OR

High school graduation or equivalent AND one (1) year paraprofessional experience working with persons with mental illness and/or developmental disabilities.

Additional Requirements:

Must have successfully completed all modules/areas of a Michigan Department of Community Health-approved Direct Care Worker Curriculum/Training Program.

Non-certified individuals will be considered, but must achieve certification within six (6) months of hire.

Must have a valid Michigan driver’s license, including a chauffeur’s license, and be willing to transport clients in agency vehicles to various community activities.

Will consider a candidate without a chauffer’s license, but must obtain one within thirty (30) days of hire.

Veterans must submit Form DD214 to determine eligibility for Veterans’ Preference

Interested applicants must clearly show they meet the minimum qualifications.

Resume must include the following information: Name of employer, month/year you were hired, month/year you left, if the position was part-time or full-time, and the job duties you performed while in the position.

BARGAINING UNIT: AFSCME

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT