Direct Care Assistant--Students Age 16/17 (Maplewood/North St. Paul MN) Job at ACR Homes, Maplewood, MN

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  • ACR Homes
  • Maplewood, MN

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Join the Award-Winning Team at ACR Homes!

ACR Homes is honored to be named one of the Top 25 Workplaces in Minnesota by the Star Tribune, earning this recognition eight times. We have also been voted a Top 5 Workplace for five consecutive years and achieved the #1 ranking twice, as determined by our employees. Our commitment to creating a meaningful work environment has been recognized with Star Tribune Special Awards for Meaningfulness (2023), Ethics & Values (2018), and Innovation Encouragement (2017).

In 2024, ACR Homes received three Top Workplace Culture Excellence awards for Purpose & Values, Innovation, and Leadership, further solidifying our status as an exceptional employer. Arthur's Senior Care, staffed by ACR Homes, shares in these prestigious awards.

Direct Care Assistants are employees age 16 and 17 years old who do work similar to the Direct Care Professionals, but with some work restrictions required by law. Restrictions include no overnight work between the hours of 11 p.m. to 5 a.m., no driving while on duty, and other limitations relating to medical equipment and treatments. Optional medication administration training, with approval. Direct Care Assistants assist ACR residents with daily living including personal and health care needs, meals, and recreational and leisure activities.
Paid training is provided, no experience necessary.

About Us:

ACR Homes provides high-quality home healthcare and support for individuals with disabilities across over 40 locations in the greater Minneapolis-St. Paul area. We are looking for dedicated Direct Care Assistants (DCAs) for part-time positions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Medication Management: Prepare and administer medications (training provided and paid). *For MED-Passing DCAs ONLY after 6 months of employment.
  • Personal Care: Assist with meals, personal hygiene, and use of medical equipment (training provided).
  • Therapies: Perform range-of-motion exercises and other therapeutic activities.
  • Activity Planning: Organize and participate in fun activities.
  • Advocacy: Support and assist clients during doctor appointments.
  • Relationship Building: Foster positive connections with clients and coworkers.
  • Administrative Tasks: Complete necessary documentation and reports.

Pay Rates:

$14.50-$16.50/hour for day and evening shifts--dependent on placement location (med passer)

$14.00-$16.00/hour for day and evening shifts--dependent on placement location (non-med passer)

$16.50-$1850/hour for weekend shifts--dependent on placement location (med passer)

$16.00-$18.00/hour for weekend shifts--dependent on placement location (non-med passer)

Training Wage is $12.00/hour

Benefits of Working with Us:

  • Competitive Pay: Attractive pay rates with additional shift differentials.
  • Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST ): For full and part time employees.
  • Flexible Scheduling: Part-time options! Convenient 4-6-8 hour shifts to fit your schedule.

Additional Perks:

  • Meaningful, life-changing work.
  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
  • Flexible hours and a supportive work environment.
  • Customized internship options for various majors toward college.
  • Internship Program available to all employees.

Requirements:

  • Passion for providing exceptional care.
  • Must be 16 or older.
  • Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license required if over the age of 18
  • Commitment to working 2-3 shifts/week for part-time

Ready to Make a Difference?

For more information or to apply, visit and set up an interview today!

ACR Homes is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Internship, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work, Day shift, Afternoon shift,

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