Caregiver

Sevita•Charleston, WV

19d

About The Position

As a Caregiver at REM West Virginia, you help people with developmental disabilities, including autism and related conditions, grow, learn, and live well. You build meaningful relationships, support participants in becoming part of their community and enjoying their preferred activities, and help them work toward goals involving budgeting, dental hygiene, exercise, and nutrition. In assisted living, you provide personal hygiene and daily-living support to people who may have behavioral challenges or other complex needs. The role may be in a group home or waiver home and calls for compassion, patience, reliability, and the ability to stay calm and problem-solve in stressful situations. The posting advertises full-time opportunities, including weekend day and weekday evening schedules, and notes that daytime and overnight roles are available.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license.
Access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance for some positions.
Ability to cook, clean, and assist with personal care.
Ability to stay calm and problem-solve in stressful situations.
Patient, compassionate, reliable, and responsible.

Nice To Haves

Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination is preferred.

Responsibilities

Build meaningful relationships with the individuals served.
Help participants take part in their communities and enjoy their favorite activities.
Support participants with developmental goals such as budgeting, dental hygiene, exercise, and nutrition.
Assist with personal care, including eating, dressing, bathing, and toileting.
Cook and clean.
Provide support to individuals with behavioral challenges and complex needs, including autism and related conditions.