Residential Direct Care Associate Adult Temp

Overview

Duane R. Dornheim (DRD) Transitional Living Facility – Grand Forks, ND
Residential Direct Care Associate III
- Adult

This is an ongoing temporary position with full-time to part-time hours available. Shifts may include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Be part of the solution to the behavioral health crisis. As a team member for the ND Department of Health & Human Services, you will ensure the most vulnerable have access to a high-quality healthcare system in which prevention works, treatment is effective, and people recover.

• As a Direct Care Associate III working with adults in a residential setting, provide positive mentoring and guidance to individuals affected by behavioral health disorders. Serve as a role model with a positive and respectful approach in all interactions.
• Teach daily living activities, including household tasks, hygiene, effective communication, and socialization to help individuals increase independence.
• Assist individuals in articulating their goals and what is important to them. Teach self-advocacy and self-help strategies to support goal attainment.
• Foster a passion for teaching life skills and helping individuals overcome barriers they may face.

• High school diploma or GED; and two years of work experience providing direct care to special populations.
• Will consider filling this position at a reduced pay rate as a Direct Care Associate II (which requires a high school diploma or GED).
• Valid driver’s license and successful completion of the assigned defensive driving course during new-hire orientation.

About HHS: ND HHS strives to make North Dakota the healthiest state in the nation by reinforcing physical, economic, and behavioral well-being. Services are delivered close to home with dignity and respect, supported by a large team and substantial funding.

Location:

ND HHS utilizes a blended workplace model. This position provides essential client services face to face and requires on-site presence at Duane R. Dornheim Transitional Living Facility.

About Team ND: “Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.” More than 7,500 people across sixty-three agencies collaborate to empower people and improve lives.

Your resume should demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications. All application material must be received by the closing date at 11:59 pm. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer sponsor ships. A copy of qualifying degrees, transcripts, and any applicable certifications must be provided at the time of an interview.

For more information or accommodations, contact Gairy Denton at gdenton or . Employing Unit: ND HHS - Duane R. Dornheim Transitional Living Facility. Unit Phone Number: . TTY: ND Relay Service (text); (voice).

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Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the North Dakota Human Rights Act. Smoking is prohibited in all state employment locations in accordance with NDCC §23-12-10.