Job description

Looking for a unique caregiving position with a great schedule? This is the one for you! Merrick, Inc. offers a unique variety of life enrichment, employment, and vocational rehabilitation to more than 375 clients. We are the largest day program in Ramsey Country with a 56-year history of leadership in person-centered planning, self-advocacy, meaningful work options, and continuous innovation.

Merrick, Inc. Offers:

• Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm set schedule, Part-Time hours varies.
• $600 - $1,200 hiring bonus, based on experience.
• Pay & PTO matching with a verified paystub from your current employer.
• Mulitple different health insurance options through Medica.
• Up to a 3% retirement match.
• Free dental insurance for the employee.
• Free life insurance for the employee & all dependants.
• A great work environment & brand new building!

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist clients with their day to day needs and wants.
• Encourage clients to reach their personal goals.
• Encourage clients to engage in day activities, outings, and community inclusion.
• Be engaged throughout the day with clients in activities or community outings.
• Assist clients in personal cares such as, toileting, changing briefs, occasionally bathing, feeding, and preparing meals as needed.
• Transfer clients using appropriate body mechanics and assistive equipment such as a Hoyer or manual lift, wheelchairs, Posey belt, standers, walkers, etc.
• Assist in meeting the transportation needs of clients including operating a motor vehicle, assisting in loading, and unloading of clients in a safe and reliable manner.
• Complete Pavillio, Data Sheets, and other required documentation for assigned clients.
• As needed, on Newtrax vehicles, ride with clients to and from Merrick.
• Assist clients when challenging situations occur.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Six to twelve months experience supporting individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities is preferred.
• Experience assisting clients with toileting and brief changes is preferred.
• Ability to use electronic devices including date bases and internet-based applications.
• Have a valid class ‘D’ driver’s license.
• Maintain a current DOT medical examiner certificate and medical waiver, is preferred.
• On going commitment to strengthening diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace.
• Commitment to promoting a safe and hazard free work environment.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol test following a conditional job offer as well as throughout the course of employment, required by driving policies.

Our Commitment to DEI

We are dedicated to building a diverse team of employees who have a ongoing commitment to strengthening diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace.

If you are excited about this role and you feel that youwould be an asset to this position, regardless of your past experience, we highly encourage you to apply. We value people for all life, educationand work experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.50 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Application Question(s):

• Are you comfortable assisting clients in the restroom & changing briefs?

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

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