Area Residential Care is a private, non-profit corporation founded in 1968 and headquartered in Dubuque, IA. Area Residential Care serves people with intellectual disabilities and other developmental disabilities. Several residential options are offered to meet individual needs as well as vocational programs that create opportunities for people with disabilities to participate in the workforce. Services are primarily provided to residents of Dubuque, Jackson, Delaware, Clayton, and Jones counties in Iowa. Area Residential Care serves 250+ individuals and employs over 200 staff members.

MISSION STATEMENT It is the mission of Area Residential Care to empower people with intellectual disabilities to achieve their highest quality of life.

VALUE STATEMENTS Area Residential Care is committed to values that support its mission statement

At Area Residential Care, we believe that every individual has the opportunity to live, work, and participate in a supportive and accessible community. To  achieve our vision, we  work as a team to empower people with intellectual disabilities to achieve their highest quality of life.  

What You Do:

• Guide, train, and assist consumers  in a supported community living setting with their daily program activities and life skills. Includes involvement in community outings.
• Assists individuals as necessary to complete food purchasing and preparation, do laundry, complete household duties, and complete hygiene activities including showering/bathing, toileting, and oral hygiene.
• Advocates for and teach individuals served on how to exercise their rights and on how to be safe.
• Ensure data is recorded promptly and accurately in regards to contact notes, incidents, etc.
• Use a variety of techniques to modify behavior within the home, including physical restraint if necessary.
• Pass medications to individuals served following all policies and procedures after completing agency sponsored training.
• Assist individuals with making and/or being present at medical/dental appointments as necessary.
• Maintain positive, appropriate relationships and effective communication with individuals served, agency staff, members of the community, and service providers.

What You Need:     

• High school diploma/G.E.D. 
• No  direct-care experience required- we will train!
• Ability to comprehend basic medical and life-skill programs
• Basic computer ability to type and process notes
• Ability to lift 20lbs and occasionally lift up to 50lbs
• Must be able to physically prompt, escort, and physically restrain individuals served
• Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record required for most positions
• Requires certification for passing medications upon completion of agency sponsored training
• Successful clearance of criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen

What We Offer:

• Full time staff receive Life, Health, Dental and Vision Insurances, 401k with employer contribution, Accrued disability time
• Paid Time Off after 90 days for full time and part time I staff
• Paid training
• Advancement opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• An opportunity to make a positive, lasting impact every day in a fun and upbeat family work environment!

 Area Residential Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)