At RiverValley Behavioral Health Services, we aspire to meet the needs of every client we encounter. We are passionate about extending a hand to those in need of behavioral health services. Explore below the potential career opportunity with Behavioral Health Services, Strategic Partnerships.
Job Summary:
Provide assistance in a home setting for 2-3 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Support assigned individuals' direct care needs including but not limited to getting dressed, bathing and showering, toileting and hygiene needs, grocery shopping, feeding, medication administration, assistance with walking and/or wheelchair mobility, preparation of meals and snacks as needed, and facilitation of activities to increase community inclusion.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings as requested to support individuals in discussions of their person-centered service plans with regard to their health, safety, and overall wellbeing.
Assist individuals to work toward and achieve their individualized service goals when applicable.
Work together as a team with other staff assigned to the home to ensure the day-to-day functionality of the home under the guidance of the Assistant Residential Director.
Be willing to work where needed in the Owensboro and Henderson service areas.
24- to 48-hour shifts at residential service site with paid sleep time
We offer:
Competitive pay based on experience
Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental, vision, long-term disability, and Teledoc
Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability
Paid vacation and sick leave
Holiday pay
Eligible for overtime
Retirement planning
Mileage reimbursement for work-related driving
Potential for tuition reimbursement program
Career development and growth opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Employment Referral Program
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be 21 years of age or older
Must have a high school diploma/GED OR must have at least one year of experience working with people with disabilities
Must be able to read and write to complete required documentation
Must be legally licensed to operate a vehicle
Must currently possess or be able to complete first aid and CPR certification (training provided)
Must undergo motor vehicle and drug screen, criminal background, caregiver misconduct registry, nurse aide registry, sex offender registry, and child abuse and neglect registry checks
Must not have a prior conviction for any of the following:
violent crime
trafficking, manufacturing, or possessing an illegal drug within the past 5 years
abuse, neglect, exploitation
Must not have a substantiated finding of abuse, neglect, or exploitation through adult protective services (APS) or child protective services (CPS)
Must not be a registered sex offender
Must not have a driving under the influence conviction in the past 5 years
Must not have an amended plea bargain or diversion in the past year
