Do you have experience working direct care in the mental health field / working with vulnerable adults and are located in the Scottville area?

The CAREGIVERS (DSPs) of our persons with disabilities home or home supports LOVE their residents. In speaking to these passionate folks, they share that they learn so much from their residents every day. Come check out this fulfilling job, assisting with daily living skills... truly taking the TIME to teach these awesome residents daily living skills!! You're their support partner. Make a difference in someone's life every day!

Welcome to Samaritas Nation!

Samaritas is a Michigan-based human service organization that connects people with families and communities, empowers them to live their fullest life possible, and creates a ripple effect of transformation. The reference to the work of the Good Samaritan in our name is especially fitting as it is consistent with our mission, values and the services our faith-based company provides.  

APPLY TODAY!     #BeTheRock, creating ripples of positive transformation in the lives of those we are entrusted to serve! 

This position has a pay rate of $17.00 per hour.

Some of the benefits you may receive are:  

            Full Time/Part Time

• Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance ($10,000 minimum for each full time and part time employee) 
• Company paid Short Term Disability accrual (Full time employees)
• Retirement Plan (403b) - Company matches on first 1.5% of gross income at 133% 
• Great Personal Time Off (PTO) accruals 
• Awesome Employee Discounts
• UKG Wallet - Pre-Pay Options
• Plus, many more benefits 

Contingent

• Retirement Plan (403b) – Contributions
• Awesome Employee Discounts
• UKG Wallet - Pre-Pay Options

Provides personal assistance and support to clients in their home or other living facilities. Transports clients to various activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Participate in the Person Center Planning (PCP) and goal setting for the growth and development of clients served
2. Provide personal support services to persons served, including but not limited to mobility/ lifting/transferring, bathing and personal hygiene, laundry and grooming, meal preparation and mealtime assistance
3. Provide personal health care services including but not limited to administering medications and medical treatments, infection control, Range of Motion exercises, and other care in accordance with individual service plan and needs
4. Assist clients with activities in daily living including but not limited to household tasks, communication skills, social and recreational skills, financial management, and activities in the community
5. Schedule and transport clients to various appointments and activities
6. Complete all required documentation for services performed
7. Work independently between sites and cooperatively with other staff to assure quality of service for each individual

Job Qualifications

Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred
• Successful completion of required training
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record; reliable ongoing personal transportation suitable for safely transporting clients; current automobile registration and proof of automobile insurance

Experience

• One year direct care experience in a mental health field or working with vulnerable adults preferred

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