Caregiver

Sevita•Mishawaka, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a non-exempt, full-time or part-time, hourly role. The position is responsible for providing direct support within a single program or unit, typically supporting 4-6 individuals in residential settings or up to 10 individuals in periodic programs. The role involves delivering support per individual service/program plans, including socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, and skill/behavioral development. It also includes assisting with daily activities such as personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community integration, shopping, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Six months of experience in human services preferred
Must be 18 years of age
Working knowledge of computers
Valid driver’s license in good standing
Car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services
All state-required training(s) and certification(s) completed in mandated timeframes
Maintain valid driver’s license, meet all insurance requirements, and be approved by management to be a driver for the company
Employees must cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation.
Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing in The State of New Jersey; however, in the event the person lives in another state and is commuting, they must have a valid driver’s license in good standing for the state in which they live.
All employees hired after 6/15/2018 shall submit to drug testing prior to employment.
All employees shall submit to drug testing randomly and for cause/suspicion.
Employees must submit to criminal background checks, and be determined not to be disqualified by the Department of Human Services prior to working with individuals served.
Employees agree to have their name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities, as well as completing an application to have their name checked against the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI).
Employees must successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in all areas of required trainings.
Shall be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

Six months of experience in human services preferred

Responsibilities

Provides direct support or assistance in accordance with individual service or program plans.
Assists with socialization and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
Accurately documents progress and activity; reviews records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans; maintains confidentiality.
Makes cost-effective and appropriate purchases within the budget of the individual served and according to their choice/preference.
Maintains healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians, and case managers.
Reports any instance of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards.
Reports medical, behavioral, and other incidents in accordance with Sevita policy and external requirements.
Maintains confidentiality and respects the rights of persons being served.
Practices universal precautions and assists individuals in exercising their rights.
May accompany individuals to medical appointments and relays orders and information to and from medical providers.
Accurately administers or supports self-administration of medication and documents delivery of medications and treatments.
Promptly reports administration errors and maintains appropriate security of controlled medications and other medications and supplies.
Monitors individual’s health, documents health concerns, and communicates with nurse or supervisor as appropriate.
Calls 911 in the event of an emergency and follows individual health care directives.
Correctly follows procedures in utilizing medical equipment and reports malfunction or disrepair.
Prepares or supports individuals to prepare food in accordance with planned menus and individual choice, knowing special diets and preparing individual meals accordingly.
Monitors mealtime and correctly implements any dining plans.
Attends orientation and on-going training as directed; participates in monthly staff meetings.
Works scheduled hours, arrives for work on time, and stays on shift until replacement arrives.
Notifies supervisor in advance when unable to work as scheduled or as soon as possible after the designated start time.
May fill in for other shifts where required without causing unapproved overtime, or in the event of emergency.
Works together with others, values others' contributions, is courteous, communicates openly, listens, and shows respect to others.
Complies with all established safety policies, procedures, and rules.
Reports unsafe hazards to their supervisor and participates in safety-related training or activities.
Drives safely and according to local laws, ensuring proper use of safety equipment including seat belts, lifts, and wheelchair ties.
Reports accidents to appropriate authorities immediately and reports accidents and safety concerns immediately to supervisor or maintenance personnel.
Performs daily and seasonal housekeeping as directed, maintaining a neat, clean, and safe environment.
Monitors environmental safety and may make minor repairs, change light bulbs, etc.
May perform yard maintenance including keeping walkways safe and snow removal.
Reports equipment or facilities requiring repairs to supervisor or maintenance personnel as required.
Checks water temperature as required when assisting with bathing.
Participates in safety drills and protects persons being served in the event of emergency.
Performs other duties and activities as required.