Location: Newport,VT, USA
Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting a high quality, comprehensive community mental health program in Vermont's beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to enrich communities and enhance the ability of individuals and families to improve their lives.
Residential Staff, Newport
Join the NKHS Residential team in providing for the needs of developmentally disabled consumers in one of our two licensed Residential Care Homes in Newport. Assist with medical and physical care, training assistance in daily living skills and supervision of all activities of daily living. Residential Staff provide for a safe and healthy living environment while supporting adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities live fuller lives. Great opportunity for someone working towards their LNA.
LNAs will receive additional compensation.
About Northeast Kingdom Human Services
NKHS is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting high quality, comprehensive community mental health programs in Vermont's beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities by promoting hope, healing, and support. NKHS is a Designated Agency contracted with the State of Vermont to provide the highest quality of service in the areas of adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, children and youth with serious emotional disabilities, and adults with mental health and substance use challenges. We serve the populations of Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties through a wide variety of targeted programs for individuals of all ages. NKHS has over 450 employees providing case management, community and home supports, residential care, psychiatry, medication management, therapy, vocational supports, school based counseling, emergency care, and respite services. These services are provided annually to nearly 4,000 of our local community members, helping them overcome challenges and achieve health in mind, body, and spirit. Visit us at NKHS.org Check out Life in the NEK of Vermont
RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE
* Provide for a safe and healthy living environment for residents in either a 4 bed or 6 bed home.
* Provide direct care to residents to meet their physical needs as indicated. This may include, but not be limited to, bathing, toileting, and lifting, transferring, and physical assistance.
* Respond to emergency situations appropriately.
* Ensure client and community safety
QUALIFICATIONS
* High school diploma or equivalent.
* Experience working with developmentally disabled individuals preferred.
* Must be willing to work nights and weekends.
* Valid driver's license and appropriate vehicle insurance required.
SALARY & BENEFITS
* Competitive Pay! $18.00 per hour (LNAs will receive additional compensation)
* Mileage Reimbursement
* Low-cost Health and Dental insurance
* 403b retirement plan with Agency contribution and match
* Generous paid time off, 12 sick days and 12 paid holidays
* short-/long-term disability coverages
* Outstanding employee wellness program
* life insurance, AFLAC, employee assistance program, generous paid time off and additional optional benefits
NKHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.
Northeast Kingdom Human Services is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
Other details
* Pay Type Hourly
* Required Education High School
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* Newport, VT 05855, USA