Renaissance House Direct Care Worker
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Pathlight Community Services
Ypsilanti, MI, US
Summary
Provide direct care and support to individuals with mental illness in a group home setting. Responsibilities include assisting with meal preparation, administering medications, and engaging residents in social activities.
Job Description
Now Hiring Direct Care Workers (DCW) – Renaissance House Inc. – Ypsilanti Location
At Renaissance House Inc., our mission is simple: Quality Services for Quality of Life. We are committed to helping individuals overcome life’s challenges by offering supported housing and essential services to marginalized adult populations. We are currently seeking compassionate Direct Care Workers (DCWs) to join our team at our Ypsilanti location.
THIS LOCATION IS WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO EASTERN MICHIGAN CAMPUS.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Pay: Starting at $17.42/hour, with an increase to $17.62/hour after completing training.
- Full-Time Employee Benefits, including:
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Short/Long-Term Disability
- Accidental and Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) with a 3% Match
Position Availability:
- Full-Time and Part-time positions available for midnight shift (12a - 8a).
- Must be able to work weekends!
- MUST BE A DRIVER!
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide care and support to individuals with mental illness in a large group home setting (15 Bed).
- Assist with meal preparation, serving, and dining support.
- Administer medications as prescribed.
- Engage residents in fun activities to promote socialization and well-being.
What We’re Looking For:
- High School Diploma or GED (must be at least 18 years of age).
- Valid Driver’s License or State ID.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check.
Why Renaissance House? At Renaissance House, we are committed to fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment. Whether you’re looking for full-time or part-time hours, you’ll be part of a team dedicated to improving the lives of others. Our focus is on providing meaningful opportunities to make a difference every day.
How to Apply or Learn More: For more information or questions, please contact Shelbey at 734-439-0464 ext. 311.
Founded in 1952 by five mothers of young children with developmental disabilities, Pathlight was the first organization in Hampden County dedicated to serving individuals with intellectual disabilities. These women shared a dream that their children would live and grow as valued members of their communities, despite the fact that this vision challenged prevalent societal expectations that people with developmental disabilities were best separated from their families and placed in institutions.
Together, these mothers and their families joined forces in Western Massachusetts and beyond to create a movement designed to create opportunities, build relationships, and improve lives of those with developmental disabilities. They recruited friends, neighbors, local businesses, and community organizations to help.
Since then, Pathlight has continued to pioneer innovative programs designed to meet emerging needs. Family-based Living (originally called Specialized Home Care) was founded in 1974. This was the first program in Massachusetts to recruit families to open their homes for children and adults moving out of institutions. The program was replicated statewide and evolved into the shared-living model that is popular today. Later, Pathlight created group homes for developmentally disabled people with complex medical needs, some of whom had spent years in nursing homes having their medical needs met, but little or none of their life needs met. Pathlight also offers an array of family services for children with developmental disabilities.
Now, over 60 years later, Pathlight serves all of western Massachusetts and northern Worcester County. We do this by providing for the evolving needs of those in our community with developmental disabilities, throughout the expanse of their lifecycle. Whether enrichment and skill-building classes or educational advocacy, employment or family support, Pathlight seeks always to help each individual realize their fullest potential.
Founded
1952
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Springfield, MA
Founded in 1952 by five mothers of young children with developmental disabilities, Pathlight was the first organization in Hampden County dedicated to serving individuals with intellectual disabilities. These women shared a dream that their children would live and grow as valued members of their communities, despite the fact that this vision challenged prevalent societal expectations that people with developmental disabilities were best separated from their families and placed in institutions.
Together, these mothers and their families joined forces in Western Massachusetts and beyond to create a movement designed to create opportunities, build relationships, and improve lives of those with developmental disabilities. They recruited friends, neighbors, local businesses, and community organizations to help.
Since then, Pathlight has continued to pioneer innovative programs designed to meet emerging needs. Family-based Living (originally called Specialized Home Care) was founded in 1974. This was the first program in Massachusetts to recruit families to open their homes for children and adults moving out of institutions. The program was replicated statewide and evolved into the shared-living model that is popular today. Later, Pathlight created group homes for developmentally disabled people with complex medical needs, some of whom had spent years in nursing homes having their medical needs met, but little or none of their life needs met. Pathlight also offers an array of family services for children with developmental disabilities.
Now, over 60 years later, Pathlight serves all of western Massachusetts and northern Worcester County. We do this by providing for the evolving needs of those in our community with developmental disabilities, throughout the expanse of their lifecycle. Whether enrichment and skill-building classes or educational advocacy, employment or family support, Pathlight seeks always to help each individual realize their fullest potential.
Founded
1952
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Springfield, MA
