Support Care Assistant - Southeast Missouri Residential Services - Sikeston : Job Details

Southeast Missouri Residential Services - Sikeston |Southeast Missouri Residential Services - Sikeston| Sikeston, MO |Sikeston, MO| Full-time |Full-time| $34,661 a month |$34,661 a month| 16 hours ago | 16 hours ago |16 hours ago| Support Care Assistant - SEMORS - Sikeston Support Care Assistant - SEMORS - Sikeston Sikeston, MO Direct Health Services Southeast Missouri Residential Services--Sikeston Department of Mental Health Division of Developmental Disabilities Apply To This PositionSharePrint Scheduled Hours: Various - Various Percent Travel Required: 0 - 10 % Salary $34,660.50 Job Posting Number Support Care Assistant (SEMORS - SIKESTON) Salary: $ 1,444.19 semi-monthly Job Location: This position will be located at 112 Plaza Drive. Sikeston, MO. 63801 Why you'll love this position: The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities. What you'll do: · Observes, reports, and assists in recording changes in the physical condition, behavioral response, and emotional status of clients · Assists in providing basic health care for clients such as checking vital signs, and applying simple dressings. · Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment for client care and treatment activities. · Administer medication after completing training that is provided by the agency · Uses state vehicles to transport clients to appointments and activities. · Assist clients in participating in activities (fishing, shopping, going to the movies, out to eat etc.) · Assist clients with meals, bathing, grooming, etc. as needed. All you need for success: Minimum Qualifications · Must be 18 years old. One or more years of work experience or self-employment. · Possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency. · Must also possess a valid driver's license. · Pass a background screening. · Preferred Qualifications · Ability to administer medications. · Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment for clients. · Understand and follow directions. · Accurately report and record observations. · Accept and adapt to changes in assignments, methods, and policies. · Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, supervisors, and the general public. · Exercise good judgment and discretion in the performance of job duties. If you have questions about this position please contact: [email protected] The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $34,660.50 per month Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Night shift Overnight shift Weekend availability Ability to commute/relocate: Sikeston, MO: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person.