What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Assistant-PRN position at The King's Daughters' School?
The King's Daughters' School is a private, residential boarding school that serves individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism.
We are seeking Direct Care Assistants to care for students with intellectual disabilities and autism in a classroom or residential setting. CPR and Handle with Care training provided.
- PRN-as needed- $15-$17 depending on shift-we are open 24/7
Minimum requirements:
- At least 18 years old
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1 year of experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or autism preferred.
- Be in good health and free of mental and/or physical limitations which would interfere in dealing appropriately with the client’s handicapping conditions and behavior disorders.
- Clean criminal background (no felony convictions, abuse, assault, neglect convictions).
Primary responsibilities:
- Maintain a warm, family-or home-like environment.
- ADLs, social skills, behavior management.
- Ensure the classrooms or residential areas are left in a clean and orderly manner.
For a full job description visit our website: tkds.org/careers and view direct care-residential or direct care-center for autism
Drug-free workplace
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Overnight shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Columbia, TN: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Describe any experience working with special-needs individuals:
- What is the best phone number to reach you at?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $17
