Careers

Friends for Life currently has the following openings:

Adult Day Center

Direct Care/CNA

Pay: $12.00 – $12.50 per hour
Job description:
Responsibilities: Provide personal care services, including:

dressing
feeding
toileting
vital signs
ambulation
exercises
Assist with recreational activities,
Encouraging clients to join activities,
Provide protective supervision,
Document care provided to each client and report all changes, both physical and mental, to the nurse, and
Embody the values of integrity, professional teamwork, and compassionate service every day.
Anything else that needs to be done
Work front desk, signing clients in and out
Help with cleaning

Minimum Education and Experience Required:

CNA license (Preferred)
CPR certification (training provided)
Clear TB screening
Driver’s license
Social Security card

Orientation and ongoing Training:

Initial fire, disaster and evacuation procedure within the first 3 days of employment
18 hours of training during the first 3 months of employment
12 hours of training each year

Dress: Scrubs, Name tag, & Closed-toe shoes

Reports to: Adult Day Care Director, Facility LVNs, & ADC Activity Director

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits: Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, & Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Money Management

Client Support Specialist (Part Time Dallas area)

Part-time hourly; 4 hours per day

Summary: FFL serves as a representative payee for Social Security Administration beneficiaries, a federal fiduciary for beneficiaries of the Veterans Administration, and a trustee for special needs trusts. The Money Management Client Support Specialist provides assistance to clients served in these capacities. This is a new position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Contact each client (current number in that region is 122) assigned by supervisor monthly by telephone or in person.

Document each client contact in the database software program.

Report any unexpected issues or needs to the MM specialist in the Waco office assigned to that client.

Assist MM specialists as requested with clients in Dallas County and surrounding counties.

Complete yearly SSA reports for clients as assigned by supervisor.

Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma (required)

Experience in working with seniors and/or people with disabilities (preferred)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of Microsoft products

Ability to learn new software programs

Good verbal and written communication skills, especially on the telephone

Ability to work without direct supervision

Ability to work with and assist diverse clients from various backgrounds

Problem Solving Skills

Good Attention to Detail

Credentials Required: Must pass all required background checks

Reports to: Money Management Program Director (in Waco)

Guardianship

Care Manager (Waco & San Antonio)

Pay: $32,000.00 – $36,000.00 per year
Job description:
Friends for Life is seeking a service-minded, committed, and professional team player to provide compassionate service to support the highest level, quality of life for elderly and persons with disabilities.
Requirements:
To be eligible for consideration the applicant must:

Be at least 21 years of age;
Be a high school graduate or possess the GED equivalent
Meet ONE of these additional qualifications: Have two years of relevant work experience related to guardianship.
Have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree conferred by a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board in a field related to guardianship.
Have completed a course curriculum or training specifically related to guardianship approved by the Texas Judicial Branch Certification Commission.

Benefits available to Friends for Life full-time employees:

Employer-subsidized medical health insurance benefits; optional employee-paid dental, vision, legal and family health coverage also available
Employer-paid life insurance benefits, plus option to purchase additional life insurance
Thirteen paid holidays annually, including your birthday
Paid time off accrues up to two weeks within the first year of employment

Skills Required

Use of a computer and applicable software (Microsoft Office and Outlook)
Prepare reports and other paperwork; write concisely; and to communicate effectively

Core Responsibilities of the Position:

Arrange medical and mental health care, educational training, rehabilitative, and social services
Maintain regular monthly face-to-face contact with clients on assigned caseload
Document client-related activity in the caseload in the guardianship database system
Assist in the management of the financial affairs of clients as assigned

Additional Eligibility Criteria for Initial and Ongoing Employment:

Clear state and federal criminal background checks.
Pass a certification exam and obtain Texas Guardian Certification within two years.
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance.
Have a reliable vehicle available to you at all times.
Be willing to travel for work within the service area at least 50% of work time.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits: Dental insurance, Flexible schedule, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, & Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Waco, TX 76710

Life Skills

Independent Life Skills Trainer (Waco Area, Brazos County & Abilene)

Pay: $12.00 per hour

Job Description:
Life Skills Trainers provide one on one skills training for persons with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities living in nursing facility settings with the goal of increasing independence. Typical skills training includes activities that enhance socialization/ communication skills and cognitive skills; it is individually designed for each client served. No direct care responsibilities.

On the job training for the position will be provided. No certification required. No nights or weekends. Paid holidays and earned leave, even your birthday is a paid holiday. Monday through Friday but work schedule is flexible.

Successful Life Skills Trainers are creative and can work independently without direct supervision. You can really see the difference you make in the lives of the clients you assist.
Friends for Life is a 36 year old charity that provides services for seniors and adults with disabilities. We help the most vulnerable live the fullest lives possible.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits: Dental insurance, Flexible schedule, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, & Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Thank you for your interest in Friends for Life

If you would like to be considered for a position, please complete an application and submit it with your resume to Friends@friendsforlife.org.