Caregiver - Full Time

Sevita•Everett, WA

About The Position

The Caregiver provides direct support to individuals in a residential or periodic program, following individual service and program plans. The role typically supports 4–6 individuals in residential settings or up to 10 individuals in periodic programs. Support includes socialization, health maintenance, medication assistance, skill and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreation, transportation, community integration, shopping, and other activities of daily living. The Caregiver documents progress and activities, maintains confidentiality, respects individuals’ rights, and reports alleged abuse or neglect, incidents, health concerns, and safety issues as required. The role may include accompanying individuals to medical appointments, administering or supporting self-administration of medications when assigned, monitoring health, preparing meals according to menus and dietary needs, and using medical equipment as instructed. The position also includes attending training and staff meetings, working scheduled shifts, collaborating with coworkers, maintaining a safe environment, transporting individuals when required, performing housekeeping and minor maintenance tasks, and participating in safety procedures. Work takes place at the program location and may include accompanying individuals into the community. The role is classified as non-exempt and hourly. The posting identifies it as full-time in the title, although the summary states that the role may be full-time or part-time.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
At minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent is required by the New Jersey addendum; the general requirements describe it as preferred.
Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing for the state of residence; New Jersey is specified for New Jersey residents. Employees who drive for the company must meet insurance requirements and be approved by management.
Car registration and vehicle insurance are required if providing transportation for individuals receiving services.
Complete all state-required training and certifications within mandated timeframes and demonstrate proficiency in required training areas.
Working knowledge of computers.
Submit to required pre-employment drug testing for employees hired after June 15, 2018, as well as random and for-cause/suspicion drug testing.
Submit to criminal background checks and be determined not disqualified by the Department of Human Services before working with individuals served.
Agree to name checks against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and complete an application for a Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI) check.
Meet company motor vehicle record requirements to drive on behalf of the company; employees who do not meet them must sign a Non-Driver form and may not drive for the company until eligible.

Nice To Haves

Six months of experience in human services.
High school diploma or equivalent is listed as preferred in the general requirements.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support according to individual service or program plans, including support with socialization, behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreation, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and activities of daily living.
Accurately document progress and activities, review records and logs for service-plan changes, and maintain confidentiality.
Make appropriate, cost-effective purchases within the individual’s budget and according to their choices and preferences.
Maintain professional relationships with individuals, families, friends, guardians, and case managers; welcome visitors and follow customer service standards.
Report alleged abuse or neglect, medical and behavioral incidents, and other incidents according to applicable policies and requirements.
Respect individuals’ rights, follow applicable bills of rights, practice universal precautions, and support individuals in exercising their rights.
Accompany individuals to medical appointments as needed and relay orders and information to and from medical providers when required.
When assigned, administer medication or support self-administration, document medications and treatments, promptly report errors, and secure medications and supplies appropriately.
Monitor individuals’ health, document concerns, communicate with a nurse or supervisor, call 911 in emergencies, and follow health care directives.
Follow procedures for medical equipment and report malfunctions or disrepair.
Prepare meals or support individuals in preparing food according to planned menus, individual preferences, and special diets; monitor meals and follow dining plans.
Attend orientation, ongoing training, and monthly staff meetings.
Work scheduled hours, arrive on time, remain until relieved, notify a supervisor when unable to work, and fill in for other shifts when required without unapproved overtime or in an emergency.
Collaborate respectfully with coworkers and communicate openly.
Follow workplace safety policies and procedures, report hazards, and participate in safety training and activities.
Transport individuals when required, drive safely and lawfully, use seat belts and accessibility equipment correctly, and report accidents and safety concerns.
Perform daily and seasonal housekeeping and maintain a neat, clean, and safe environment.
Monitor environmental safety, make minor repairs as needed, perform yard maintenance when required, and report repair needs.
Check water temperature when required during bathing, participate in safety drills, and protect individuals during emergencies.
Cooperate with licensee and Department of Human Services staff during inspections, inquiries, or investigations.
Perform other duties and activities as required.