Description

Who we are looking for: 

Are you the Direct Care Worker we have been looking for? JRI’s Developing Abilities program provides opportunities for people to live in homes and apartments in their communities and to grow through job training, supported employment and day habilitation services. We provide therapeutic and social supports to enrich the lives of people with disabilities.  

We are looking for full and part-time direct care staff members to work in our residential and day programs!

Due to the nature of our work and the youth who are depending on us, there are times where overtime may be mandated.

JRI provides the training so that:  

• YOU will provide high quality supports to adults with developmental disabilities.  
• YOU will be responsible for daily activities of clients. 
• YOU will implement treatment objectives. 
• YOU will organize and accompany individuals on community outings.  
• YOU will maintain case records and perform data collection. 
• YOU will provide personal care to clients. 
• YOU will administer medications as required. 

Why JRI?  

• Be who you are! JRI is strongly committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment for our employees and the people we serve.  
• Access to our excellent Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits. 
• Retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year and pension after 5 years of employment. 
• Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4,000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities!  
• Wellness benefits including access to employee resource groups (including multicultural affinity groups, LGBTQ+ advocacy, employee engagement groups, etc.), self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program. 
• Generous paid time off up to 19 days for full time employees in your first year and much more! 

Requirements: 

• Candidates must have experience working with people with developmental disabilities. 
• Candidates must have the proven ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing. 
• Candidates should have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive agency vehicles. 
• Background and driving record checks will be performed.  

JRI is strongly committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment for our employees and the people we serve. Persons from diverse backgrounds including women, communities of color, the LGBTQ community and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.