Residential Caregiver - Community Living Options : Job Details

Description Direct Support Professional Pay: $17.18/hour; Full time; Part-time; plus benefits if applicable Reports to: Program Supervisor How to Apply: Email letter of interest and resume to: [email protected] or www.communitylivingoptions.org/careers WHO WE ARE: Community Living Options, a Kalamazoo non-profit, has been providing a range of support services to individuals with developmental disabilities and mental illness in the greater Kalamazoo area for more than 30 years. WHAT MAKES CLO A GREAT COMPANY TO WORK FOR? • Competitive Pay • Excellent benefits package • 403b w/employer match • Paid holidays • Paid time off • Paid Trainings • Flexible schedules • Life and Career Skills Development • Positive work culture POSITION SUMMARY: We are seeking responsible, dependable, empowering self-starters with a desire to positively impact the lives of others. This position supports and assists adults with a developmental disability and/or mental illness in accomplishing their goals and meeting their daily needs, including medication administration, health, safety, hygiene, and wellness in residential settings. Full Time, Part-Time, Weekend, and Relief Shifts available. SCHEDULE OPTIONS: • 10-hour shift • 12-hour shift • 4-hour shift • 8-hour shift • On call POSITION REQUIREMENTS: • High School Diploma or equivalent • Valid driver's license with a good driving record. (On occasion, a position may become available where driving is not necessary). • Ability to initiate and communicate effectively using positive, proactive language. • Technical and descriptive writing skills. • Demonstrated independent decision-making and problem-solving abilities. • Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. • Proficient computer skills. • Reliable transportation. PREFERENCES: • Experience and/or education in related field preferred but not required. 626 Reed Ave. Kalamazoo MI 49001 | 269.###.#### | COMMUNITYLIVINGOPTIONS.ORG EOE/M/F/D/V/SO/H