Southwest

The purpose of this position is to assist individuals that may be elderly and/or disabled in their home with the goal of helping them to maintain their independence and quality of life. The primary responsibilities of the Direct Care Associate to help with this goal are as follows:Provide direct care services to individuals that are elderly/disabled in their homesProvide personal care services to include: bathing, hair care/skin care, dressing and toiletingProvide homemaker services to include: light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and assistance with shopping, money management, and communicationProvide companion care servicesProvide non-medical transportationAdhere to the Individual Care Plan developed by the Social WorkerComplete timely and accurate recordsParticipate in required trainingParticipate in monthly team meetings

Minimum Qualifications

Direct Care Associate II: Requires high school diploma or GED and current ND medical certification as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Documentation of Competency/Quality Service Provider (QSP), or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Registered Nurse (RN), or First Responder. Please send a copy of applicable certification with application.Direct Care Associate I Underfill: If no qualified applicants are found at the II level, consideration will be given to underfilling as Direct Care Associate I. Minimum qualifications require a high school diploma or GED. The individual hired at this level will be required to complete the medical certification training at the earliest available opportunity.A medical self-declaration, criminal background check, and a driver's record check may be performed prior to employment. This position will require transportation of clients. Ability to drive, proof of capability to transport clients and adequate vehicle insurance required.

About Team ND

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325 HHS Application Procedures

Your resume should include information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. If the Department's Human Resource Division is unable to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications, credit will not be given. All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 pm.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.For more information about the position or if you need an accommodation, please contact Shonda Schwartz, Director at sschwartz@nd.gov or at 701.523.3285.Employing Unit: ND HHS -Southwest Dakota Human Service ZoneUnit Phone Number: 701.523.3285TTY 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.