Medical Assistant, Work & Community Services

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Medical Assistant, Work & Community Services Goodwill Columbus – Work & Community Services Pay: Starting at $26.00 per hour Schedule: Daytime hours M-F, weekends or evening on occasion. Employment Type: Full-time, Hourly Goodwill Columbus Help People Build Lives of Possibility and Purpose Do you have a passion for helping others? Are you organized, dependable, and committed to providing high-quality care? If so, we would love to meet you. At Goodwill Columbus, we help people build lives of possibility and purpose. As a Medical Assistant within our Work & Community Services team, you'll support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as they build independence, confidence, meaningful relationships, and community connections. You'll play an important role in promoting health, safety, dignity, and quality of life every day. What You'll Do In this role, you will: • Administer medications and approved health-related activities according to Ohio DODD certification requirements, nursing delegation, and agency policy. • Monitor the health and well-being of individuals served and communicate concerns to the Registered Nurse and support team. • Maintain accurate medication, health, and service documentation. • Support individuals with personal care, mobility, daily living activities, and community participation. • Partner with nurses, direct support professionals, family members, guardians, and community providers to coordinate services and follow-up care. • Use person-centered approaches that encourage independence, confidence, skill development, and community engagement. • Help maintain a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for individuals served. What Makes You a Great Fit You are: • Compassionate, patient, and respectful • Organized and detail-oriented • Comfortable balancing multiple responsibilities • A strong communicator who works well with others • Able to stay calm and make sound decisions in changing situations • Passionate about supporting people with disabilities and helping them achieve their goals Qualifications Required • Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications • Current Medication Administration certification(s) or ability to obtain and maintain required certifications • Valid Ohio driver's license • Ability to complete and maintain required training and certifications • Ability to accurately document services and health-related information Preferred • Associate degree in a developmental disabilities-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience • Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities • Experience with person-centered planning, behavior supports, healthcare support, or community-based services What to Expect This is an active role that includes: • Supporting individuals with personal care, mobility, and daily living needs • Medication administration and health-related activities • Documentation and recordkeeping • Working both indoors and in community settings • Regular interaction with individuals, families, healthcare professionals, and support teams • A schedule where dependable attendance is important to maintaining quality services and participant safety Why Goodwill Columbus? When you join Goodwill Columbus, you become part of a team that believes in the potential of every person. You'll enjoy: • Meaningful work that makes a difference • A mission-driven culture focused on impact • Opportunities for professional growth and development • A supportive team that values Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Entrepreneurial – Focus on the Customer Join Our Team If you're looking for a career where you can combine healthcare support, relationship-building, and community impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help people build lives of possibility and purpose.