Better Care Family Home is a leading provider of support for people with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities putting the needs and preferences of the people we serve at the heart of all of our programs. We design our programs to empower participants towards more independence and a fuller life experience. Better Care Family Homes has been the premier provider in the Suffolk area for over 2 decade and continues to expand services throughout the state of Virginia.

Overview

Better Care Family Homes is striving to build an innovative team of employees who are motivated to provide respectful and compassionate supports to those in the DD/ID community. We are looking for people who are interested in being part of an agency whose focus is on changing the landscape of DD/ID services for a better tomorrow.

What does it take to join our team?

• Experience: Preferred three year of experience working with the DD/ID community. This could be an experience with a friend or family member or a previous employer.
• Requirements: Valid driver's license, clean driving record, willingness to undergo a criminal background check, CPR/ First Aide, TB test completed,
• Education: Must have a 68-hrs Registered Medication Aide, CNA or PCA Certified
• Skills: Passion for the human services field, basic writing and math skills, interpersonal communication skills, timekeeping and time management skills
• Characteristics: This position requires working directly with individuals with a diagnosis of developmental and/or intellectual disability. You should be trustworthy, patient, and creative.

Responsibilities

As a Direct Support Professional, you will have the opportunity to work with many amazing people who participate in our services. You will be responsible for:

• Building Independence: supporting people to increase independence with taking care of their home and managing activities of independent living (cooking, household tasks, personal care), maintaining overall health and wellness (medication management, medical appointments, monitoring), and empowering each individual to develop their own lifestyle with dignity.
• Completing Written Documentation: DSPs complete important documentation that supports the team in learning more about individuals in order to create unique and personalized support.
• Collaborating: DSPs work with a team even if their role is one-on-one with participants. Communication and collaboration ensure quality and consistent support are provided.
• Community Outreach and Advocacy: working with the community to create opportunities for participants to find their passion in the world and explore their community.

Job Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older
• Must have CNA, PCA or combined certification.
• 68 hour Registered Medication Management
• At least 3 years of experience with health care
• Valid drivers license, reliable transportation, and clean driving record
• Must be willing and able to drive individuals with personal and insured vehicle
• Must be willing to pass a background check

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $13.50 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Home Health

Physical setting:

• Long term care

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
Better Care Family Homes follows all CDC guidelines and supplies PPE gear to all employees.

Experience:

• Caregiving: 3 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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