Direct Care Associate

As a Direct Care Associate, you will provide in-home care, transportation, shopping, and housekeeping duties to elderly and disabled citizens to support their continued ability to remain in their own homes and communities.To succeed in this position, you should have experience working with elderly and/or disabled individuals, compassion, and be comfortable working independently. You will need to have strong communication skills, and be able to manage your time and priorities, while thoroughly documenting your activities. You will have a passion for helping others and making a difference in our community.This position requires daily travel throughout Ransom and Sargent counties.To be considered for this role: you must be able to travel independently; be 18 years of age or older; have a high school diploma or GED and 2 years of experience providing direct care to special populations. Those holding a current CAN license are preferred. RSR Human Service Zone RSR Human Service Zone partners with the Department of Health and Human Services and Richland County to deliver state-driven public assistance and program protocols and provides employees with the excellent benefits and employment packages offered by Richland County as a Richland County employee.RSR Human Service Zone team members are offered robust medical, dental and life insurance coverage, as well as an excellent retirement package (ND PERS).Employees enjoy 10 paid holidays, as well as earning both annual leave AND sick leave days. Application ProceduresFor more details about this position, please contact Jan Hickman at 701.642.7751 or by email at jaehickman@nd.gov. * Please make sure that your resume includes information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. Your work history will not be given credit if the Department's Human Resource Division cannot determine that you meet the minimum qualifications.* Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.* All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 pm* A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview. Employing Unit: RSR Human Service ZoneTTY Number: ND Relay Service 1-800-366-6888 (text); 1-800-366-6889 (voice)If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701)328-3290.

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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 provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.