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Kansas Employer Caregiver full-time - All shifts in Wichita, Kansas
This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/12939889
Become a mentor with KETCH! Stop by our open interviews - Tuesdays 9a-3p at 230 S. Ida to speak directly to a member of our hiring team!
Join us in empowering adults who have developmental disabilities! \$14.35-\$17.00/hr. Non-CNAs welcome. A rewarding career opportunity providing supports to adults who have intellectual/developmental disabilities. Teaching, caregiving, educating, training, coaching and direct care are a few of the roles. This is a fun and uplifting work environment - where you can make a difference. A variety of full-time positions - plus occasional overtime. Hiring immediately! Caregivers provide training, support, and coaching in group home or day program settings.
Supports could include teaching people how to:
-Maintain living space, personal hygiene and balance in their home life & weekly schedules
-Learn assembly and production work skills, manage break times, and build co-worker relationships
-Participate inactivities, exercise, use etiquette, improve coping skills & self esteem
-Plan & prepare meals, grocery shop, operate household appliances, and budget
-Use community resources, understand their rights, and be safety aware
-Prepare for and participate in leisure activities Special Olympics, sports, dances, gatherings, etc.
-Manage their sensory needs and maintain their own structured environment
Some positions may require assisting individuals with hygiene/personal care. A comprehensive two-week, weekday, daytime orientation is provided and required (this is excellent paid training). Hiring immediately. EOE
Shifts available: Fri 3p-Midnight + Sat/Sun 8a-8p; Mon-Thurs 3p-Midnight; 3rd shift - Tues-Fri Midnight-8a; Sat Midnight-8a + Sat & Sun overnight 8p-8a; Mon-Fri 8a-4p; weekend part-time.
Requirements for a caregiver / trainer:
- High school diploma or accredited GED
- Valid drivers license, good driving record, dependable vehicle
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs or of own body weight, whichever is less
- Work experience or knowledge regarding the needs of individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities is beneficial, but not required
- Able to attend a daytime training during the first weeks of employment
- Other beneficial experience: CNA, CMA, Direct Care, HHA, caregiver, third shift, restorative aide, elder care, independent skills trainer, Medical Aide, direct support, Medical Assistant, non CNA, nursing home, adult care, special education, psychology, teaching, advocacy, home supports, mental Health, Behavior Trainer Technician, human services, 1st shift, 2nd shift, 3rd shift, weekend shift, home health aide, overnight. Immediately Hiring.
Benefits: Full time benefits include health, vision, and dental insurance, paid vacation/sick/holiday leave, employee assistance program, free parking, matching 401(k) plan and much more! We have consistent shifts and opportunities for overtime. We also have a variety of shifts and opportunities for growth and advancement. KETCH is a qualifying employer for some Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) programs.