Direct Care Assistant (16-17 years old)

Direct Care Professional (DCP)Direct Care Assistants are employees age 16 and 17 years old who do work similar to the Direct Care Professionals, but with some work restrictions required by law. Restrictions include no overnight work between the hours of 11 p.m. to 5 a.m., no driving while on duty, and other limitations relating to medical equipment and treatments. Optional medication administration training, with approval, after completion of baseline ACR training and within approximately 6 months. Direct Care Assistants assist ACR residents with daily living including personal and health care needs, meals, and recreational and leisure activities. Paid training is provided, no experience necessary.Employment Type: Part-timeLocation: Suburban Twin CitiesBenefits InformationPart-time employees under the age of 18 are eligible for the following benefits:ESSTMN Paid LeaveEssential functions include:Interact with residentsSupport resident health and well-beingCarry out safety, meal preparation and cleaning proceduresSeek and follow the advice and directions of supervisorsWork effectively with coworkersUphold ACR's Core ValuesParticipate in training and developmentPresent a positive attitude and professionalismAdhere to scheduling policiesBe on-call via a cell phone when requested to do soAdhere to company policies and proceduresAccept other duties as assigned by a superiorReport illegal activityRequirements include:You must be at least 16 years oldYou must be able and willing to provide care for both male and female clientsYou must be able to do some liftingYou must be able to work independently and you must have interpersonal skills including empathy, responsibility, self-control, good judgment, and overall adjustmentYou must be able to see, hear, speak, interact, and write in English sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the positionPart-time DCA employees must work at least 8 shifts per monthFull-time employees must work at least 38 hours per weekACR Homes is an EEO/AA Employer