ND Health and Human Services
Direct Care Associate Parent Aide
ND Health and Human Services, Minot, North Dakota, United States, 58703
Direct Care Associate Parent Aide
Ward County Human Service Zone
- Minot, ND -
Parent Aide
Ward County Human Service Zone is seeking a Parent Aide for the Child Welfare/Family Services Team to provide services to families to prevent child abuse and neglect, foster care placement, and to assist with the reunification of families.
Position No. 51-6194
Parent Aide Duties Include But Are Not Limited To
Participate in developing a family plan and support parenting skills through demonstration and instruction
Guide families in performing household tasks and improving daily living skills
Provide transportation as needed and assist families in accessing services to gain self-sufficiency
Share information on community resources and available support services
Supervise parenting time for children placed out of the home
Accurately document activities using electronic visit verification and/or paper logs
To succeed in this position , you should have strong verbal and written communication skills, computer literacy, collaboration, and decision‑making skills. You will have a passion for helping others and making a difference in our community. You will have strong attention to detail, be able to manage your time and priorities effectively and pride yourself on excellent communication skills, empathy, and being a team player.
To be considered for this role You must have a high school diploma or GED and two (2) years of work experience providing direct care to special populations.
Must maintain a valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
Frequent travel throughout Ward County is required; occasional travel throughout North Dakota is required as needed.
Must be able to physically lift, bend, and carry up to 50 pounds of additional weight at a time.
Working For Ward County Human Service Zone Ward County Human Service Zone partners with the Department of Health and Human Services and Ward County to deliver child welfare safety and program protocols and provides employees with the excellent benefits and employment packages offered by Ward County as a Ward County employee.
Ward County 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.
About Team ND "Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt
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 Tammy Lindahl at tlindahl@nd.gov or at 701‑857‑0731.
Employing Unit: Ward County Human Service Zone
Unit Phone Number: 701.852.3552
TTY 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 Employment Opportunity 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.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Government Administration
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- Minot, ND -
Parent Aide
Ward County Human Service Zone is seeking a Parent Aide for the Child Welfare/Family Services Team to provide services to families to prevent child abuse and neglect, foster care placement, and to assist with the reunification of families.
Position No. 51-6194
Parent Aide Duties Include But Are Not Limited To
Participate in developing a family plan and support parenting skills through demonstration and instruction
Guide families in performing household tasks and improving daily living skills
Provide transportation as needed and assist families in accessing services to gain self-sufficiency
Share information on community resources and available support services
Supervise parenting time for children placed out of the home
Accurately document activities using electronic visit verification and/or paper logs
To succeed in this position , you should have strong verbal and written communication skills, computer literacy, collaboration, and decision‑making skills. You will have a passion for helping others and making a difference in our community. You will have strong attention to detail, be able to manage your time and priorities effectively and pride yourself on excellent communication skills, empathy, and being a team player.
To be considered for this role You must have a high school diploma or GED and two (2) years of work experience providing direct care to special populations.
Must maintain a valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
Frequent travel throughout Ward County is required; occasional travel throughout North Dakota is required as needed.
Must be able to physically lift, bend, and carry up to 50 pounds of additional weight at a time.
Working For Ward County Human Service Zone Ward County Human Service Zone partners with the Department of Health and Human Services and Ward County to deliver child welfare safety and program protocols and provides employees with the excellent benefits and employment packages offered by Ward County as a Ward County employee.
Ward County 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.
About Team ND "Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt
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 Tammy Lindahl at tlindahl@nd.gov or at 701‑857‑0731.
Employing Unit: Ward County Human Service Zone
Unit Phone Number: 701.852.3552
TTY 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 Employment Opportunity 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.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Government Administration
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