Human Services Worker jobs in Ames, IA

Job duties:

The Human Service Counselors (HSC) will teach goals that have been specifically identified for the consumer. The goals are identified to increase their level of independence in the future. With increased independence it is hoped the consumer will enjoy a less restrictive environment than without services. The Human Service Counselors (HSC) reports to the House Manager assigned to the site.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach the skills identified to meet each consumer’s individualized goals, which can include social skills, personal care skills, money and budgeting skills, safety skills, and being involved in the consumer’s community.
• Find creative and effective ways to teach skills so that the consumer will have the greatest level of success.
• Provide care necessary to meet the needs of the consumer, which can include prompting consumer to perform personal cares such as bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, etc.
• Provide transportation to activities, as requested by the consumer or parent/guardian.
• Provide assistance needed for the consumer to participate in community activities, which may include accompanying and supervising consumer during activities.
• Daily Document time and activities on SCL Notes and submit to CLS on a timely basis. HSC is paid bi-monthly. Complete timecard for that time period on a daily basis and sign and send with SCL Note documentation.
• Report and document any illness, injuries or incidents that occur while you are responsible for the consumer. Reports of major illness, injuries or incidents should be called in to CLS immediately. Documentation of reports should be written and mailed to the office within 24 hours.
• Give medications required on a timely basis and document distribution of medication on SCL Notes.

Required Qualifications for the Human Service Counselors (HSC) position.

• Must be 18 years old and either in high school or have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle.
• Must have a telephone, either land or cell.
• Must complete the Mandatory Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Reporting training, as required by the Department of Human Services.
• Must have a passion for providing excellent care to others.
• Must be able to meet the physical and emotional demands of the consumer, which can include lifting, running, and de-escalating emotional situations. Such requirements are different for each consumer. Limits in this area will also limit the amount of work available.

Preferred Qualifications for the Human Service Counselors (HSC) position:

• One year or more experience with children, preferably children with a disability.
• CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to become certified
• Education beyond high school in a human services or education-related field.

At times you will be asked to work overtime as a part of the position. If you are going into overtime, you must notify your supervisor and get approval.