We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, age, handicap, marital status, or status as a disabled veteran.

In order to qualify for employment all applicants will be subject to pre-employment drug screening and all job offers are contingent upon the satisfactory outcome of this drug test. Refusal to test or a positive test result will cause denial of employment. Following an employment offer and prior to being considered an active employee, successful applicants will be screened for drugs as part of the pre-employment evaluation. Applicants will be requested to sign a consent/release form acknowledging and understanding the procedure, authorization of the procedure to be performed and consent to release the test results to the agency’s Medical Review Officer. Applicants who refuse to sign the consent/release form, or refuse to undergo the drug testing procedure will automatically be denied employment.

Rule 290-5-54-.09(3)(a)1 requires a written statement to be obtained at the time of application that an individual has never been shown by credible evidence (e.g. a court or jury, a department investigation or other reliable evidence) to have abused, neglected, sexually assaulted, exploited or deprived any person or to have subjected any person to serious injury as a result of intentional or grossly negligent misconduct. Applicant’s signature on employment application serves as acknowledgement of this rule and as a personal attestation and statement that applicant has never been shown by credible evidence any of the aforementioned.

It is the policy of this agency to provide that all employment and compensation with this agency is “at-will.” This means that employment can be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at the option of either The Smart Place or the employee. It is important that all applicants acknowledge and understand that any and all employment with this agency is “at-will” and of indefinite duration without regard to the position classification. An employee or this agency may terminate employment at any time, with or without notice and for any reason. No agreement to the contrary will be recognized unless such an agreement is in writing and approved by the agency’s Board.

In applying for employment, applicants will be requested to certify that their answers and all other information provided are true, complete and correct. Applicants must understand that any misrepresentation or omission of facts on their part will be justification for separation, if employed. Applicants should also understand and acknowledge that employment is contingent upon receipt of any necessary or required documents. These documents include establishing identity and employment eligibility, an acceptable criminal records background investigation, an acceptable motor vehicle report, a satisfactory tuberculin (TB) screening test, copies of diplomas and licenses if applicable and any other requirements or pertinent information as may be required or established by The Smart Place, the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities or other regulatory authority.

It is the policy of this agency to fill all position vacancies with qualified applicants. Preference is given to qualified persons from within this agency when possible. Preference may be given to internal candidates over external candidates when both are equally qualified. Internal candidates are encouraged to apply whenever they meet the minimum qualifications specified in a job posting. However, internal candidates are not guaranteed the positions for which they apply and job performance shall be taken into consideration.

Title: Direct Care Driver

Department(s): Direct Care Transportation
Minimum Requirements
Must be at least 25 years of age
Must have graduated High School or GED equivalent
Post-secondary training in education, special education or in a related, helping profession field, or significant related work experience.
Knowledge of basic principles of child and/or adolescent psychology, and of learning theory.
Must pass background check
Must have at least 2 years experience with intellectually disabled individuals
Must have valid CPR, First Aid Cards
Must have a valid drivers license
Training and/or experience in one of the following:

• Implementing a behavior management program.
• Caring for handicapped persons with mobility, dressing, eating, taking medication, caring for personal hygiene and safety needs.

Conflict resolution training.
Working knowledge of computers.

Title: Direct Care Driver Assistant

Department(s): Direct Care Transportation
Minimum Requirements
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must have graduated High School or GED equivalent
Knowledge of basic principles of child and/or adolescent psychology, and of learning theory.
Must pass background check
Must have at least 2 years’ experience with intellectually disabled individuals
Must have valid CPR, First Aid Cards
Must have a valid drivers license
Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions
Ability to communicate verbally
Must have writing and arithmetic skills to complete forms and reports
Must have empathy for challenged Individuals
Able to read and interpret schedules and forms
Ability to read and use a map
Training and/or experience in one of the following:

• Implementing a behavior management program.
• Caring for handicapped persons with mobility, dressing, eating, taking medication, caring for personal hygiene and safety needs.

Conflict resolution training.
Working knowledge of computers.

Title: Direct Care Staff

Department(s): Direct Care Operations
Minimum Requirements
CNA’S WELCOME
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must have graduated High School or GED equivalent
Post-secondary training in education, special education or in a related, helping profession field, or significant related work experience.
Knowledge of basic principles of child and/or adolescent psychology, and of learning theory.
Must pass background check
Must have at least 3 years’ experience with intellectually disabled individuals
Must have valid CPR, First Aid Cards
Must have a valid drivers license
Training and/or experience in one of the following:

• Implementing a behavior management program.
• Caring for handicapped persons with mobility, dressing, eating, and administering medication, caring for personal hygiene and safety needs.

Conflict resolution training. Working knowledge of computers.