Caregiver Full Time

Sevita•Wilkesboro, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Caregiver provides direct support to people in residential or periodic programs, typically supporting 4–6 people in residential settings or up to 10 people in periodic programs. The role follows individual service and program plans and supports socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, and skill and behavioral development. The position also assists with activities of daily living, personal care, housekeeping, recreation, transportation, community integration, shopping, and other activities. Caregivers document progress and activities, maintain confidentiality, respect individuals’ rights, report suspected abuse or neglect and other incidents, and maintain professional relationships with individuals and their families, guardians, and case managers. Health-related duties may include accompanying people to appointments, administering or supporting self-administration of medication when assigned, monitoring health, following care directives, preparing meals according to menus, preferences, and special diets, and using medical equipment appropriately. The role includes attending required training and staff meetings, working scheduled hours, cooperating with coworkers, and following workplace safety procedures. Caregivers may transport individuals, perform housekeeping and minor maintenance, help maintain a safe environment, and participate in safety drills. The position works at the program location and may include accompanying individuals into the community. There are no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
At minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent is required under the New Jersey addendum; the general qualifications state this is preferred.
Working knowledge of computers.
Valid driver’s license in good standing in the state of residence; employees driving 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 maintain required proficiency.
Submit to criminal background checks and be determined not disqualified by the Department of Human Services before working with individuals served.
Agree to Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI) checks.
Submit to drug testing as specified in the New Jersey addendum.
Ability to perform heavy work: exert up to 100 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.

Nice To Haves

Six months of experience in human services.
High school diploma or equivalent (listed as preferred in the general qualifications).

Responsibilities

Provide direct support in accordance with individual service or program plans.
Support socialization, behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreation, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
Document progress and activities accurately; review records and logs for service-plan updates 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, guardians, case managers, and visitors, and follow Sevita Customer Service Standards.
Report suspected abuse or neglect, medical or behavioral incidents, and other incidents according to applicable requirements and policy.
Respect individuals’ rights, practice universal precautions, and assist individuals in exercising their rights.
Accompany individuals to medical appointments as needed and relay information to and from medical providers when required.
Administer or support self-administration of medication when assigned, document medications and treatments, report errors, and secure medications and supplies appropriately.
Monitor health, document concerns, communicate with a nurse or supervisor, call 911 in emergencies, and follow health care directives.
Use medical equipment according to procedures and report malfunctions or disrepair.
Prepare or support preparation of meals according to menus and individual preferences, follow special diets and dining plans, and monitor mealtimes.
Attend orientation, ongoing training, and monthly staff meetings; work scheduled hours and follow shift coverage and call-out procedures.
Work cooperatively and respectfully with others and comply with safety policies, procedures, and training.
Transport individuals safely when required, follow traffic laws, use safety equipment, and promptly report accidents and safety concerns.
Perform daily and seasonal housekeeping, maintain a neat, clean, and safe environment, and report hazards.
Monitor environmental safety and perform minor repairs or yard maintenance as needed; report repair needs.
Check water temperature when required during bathing assistance and participate in safety drills and emergency response.
Perform other duties and activities as required.
Cooperate with licensee and Department of Human Services staff during inspections, inquiries, or investigations.
Complete required trainings and demonstrate proficiency in required areas.
Submit to required pre-employment, random, or for-cause drug testing and required background and registry checks.