Location: Louisville,MS, USA
Unlock Daily Pay and Join Our Compassionate Team as a Behavioral Aide
At About You In Home Care, we are excited to offer an exceptional benefit to our dedicated Behavioral Aides: Daily Pay through our partnership with ZayZoon. Say goodbye to waiting for your payday and enjoy instant access to your hard-earned wages. We understand the importance of financial flexibility, and with both Weekly Payroll and Daily Pay options, you'll have greater control over your finances and the freedom to manage your earnings as you see fit.
Join Our Team and Make a Difference
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children in state care? Do you have the experience, empathy, and commitment to provide hands-on support to individuals facing mental health challenges and developmental disabilities? If so, we invite you to join our team as a Behavioral Aide in Mississippi. This is a PRN (as-needed) position, offering flexibility in scheduling, weekly pay, and a competitive hourly rate of $20-25/hr.
The Vital Role of a Behavioral Aide
Behavioral Aides play a crucial role in the healthcare landscape, particularly when it comes to assisting individuals with varying degrees of mental illnesses and developmental disabilities. As a Behavioral Aide, you will be on the front lines, serving as the primary observer, caregiver, and advocate for the children in your care. Your responsibilities will include executing directives from the Department of Human Resources (DHR), acting as the eyes and ears of DHR in monitoring the well-being of our clients.
Your duties will involve assisting clients with personal hygiene, including bathing, grooming, and maintaining cleanliness in living areas. You will also be responsible for observing and documenting behavior patterns, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to the medical staff. Additionally, you will engage clients in various educational, recreational, and therapeutic activities, helping to create a safe, supportive, and effective environment for their growth and development.
Flexibility and Commitment
We recognize that the needs of our clients are not confined to traditional work hours. Therefore, this position may require flexibility in your schedule, including the potential for night shifts, weekends, and holidays. This role demands dedication, empathy, and a genuine desire to make a lasting difference in the lives of those you serve.
Requirements for Success
To excel as a Behavioral Aide, you must have a minimum of one year of related experience in caregiving or an educational environment, such as hospitals, schools, daycares, special education, or autism care. Certification or eligibility for certification in crisis management and CPR/First Aid within the first 30 days of employment is required. CDI certification is a must for this role.
We seek individuals with a strong interest in working with special needs populations and the ability to communicate effectively in a team-oriented environment. Positive academic and employment references are essential, and we encourage applications from bright, energetic individuals who are emotionally prepared for the challenges and rewards of this career.
Join Our Team
If you are ready to embark on a fulfilling career journey as a Behavioral Aide and contribute to the well-being of vulnerable children, we invite you to apply today. This position offers flexibility, opportunities for personal and professional growth, and the chance to be part of a dedicated team committed to making a meaningful impact. Join us and be a source of support, compassion, and positive change in the lives of those who need it most.
Contact Information: Note that our corporate recruiting number is in the (985) area code. If you have any questions, please reach out to us directly.