$1,250 Hiring Bonus

Do you love working with people? Join our team of caring and compassionate caregivers who are truly making an impact and a difference in people's' lives! We offer paid training including, specialized certifications, a great benefit package including paid holidays, generous PTO, and more. Great opportunities for Career growth!

• $1250 Hiring Bonus!
• Night and Weekend Shift Pay Differentials'
• You will be paid to attend Training - No prior experience required!

What is a Direct Care Staff? Click here to find out!

General Description Of Duties:

• Assists adults with special needs with personal care tasks including oral care, attending to toileting needs, repositioning, bathing, skincare, and eating.
• Responsible for completing household duties such as meal preparation, cleaning, and laundry.
• After specialized training, assists adults with special needs in adhering to health care regimens including medication management and therapy plans.
• Ensures completion of all required daily and shift documentation.
• Assists in developing and implementing plans and directives for individuals.
• Plans, implements, accompanies, and transports adults with special needs to activities in the community, including vacations, and works towards community acceptance and integration.
• Directly communicates with consumers.
• Encourages client independence in all aspects of home life and community activities, including household duties, entertainment, walks, etc.

Education and Training:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) required.
• Proficiency in English Language reading, writing, and verbal communication skills necessary.
• Ability to give and receive instructions in written and verbal forms.
• Capacity to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients, supervisors, and co-workers.
• Must be able to handle behavior problems and individuals with medical issues.
• Ability to maintain a friendly, courteous image for the Agency to the public, customers, and officials.
• Experience with adults with mental, physical, or developmental disabilities preferred.
• Required to complete specific certifications from the training department and maintain them throughout employment.

Other Requirements: Must have reliable transportation, valid NM drivers license, insurable driving record and proof of current liability insurance. Must be able to pass a background check, & pre-employment drug screen. Must be able to lift 50-75 lbs. as well as support up to 130 lbs. occasionally. Adelante is a drug free workplace. Adelante is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

Job Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Shifts Available: Weekday M-F 2:30pm - 10:00pm, Graveyard Weekday M-Th 10:00pm - 8:00am, Swing Sat-Sun 9:00pm - 9:00am

Pay: Starting $16.00 per hour, plus differential pay for swing and/or graveyard shifts.