Caregiver

Sevita•Centerburg, OH

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Caregiver provides direct support to individuals in a residential or periodic program, typically supporting 4–6 individuals in residential settings or up to 10 in periodic programs. Support is provided according to individual service or program plans and may include socialization, health maintenance, medication support, skill and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreation, transportation, community integration, shopping, and other activities of daily living. The role includes documenting activities and progress, protecting confidentiality and individual rights, maintaining professional relationships with individuals and their families and care teams, reporting incidents or suspected abuse and neglect, and supporting individuals’ health care needs. Depending on assignment, the Caregiver may accompany individuals to appointments, administer or support self-administration of medication, prepare meals in accordance with menus and special diets, and use medical equipment as directed. The Caregiver attends required training and staff meetings, works scheduled shifts and may fill in for other shifts when required, supports workplace safety, and helps maintain a clean and safe program environment. The position is based at the program location and may involve accompanying individuals into the community. It is a non-exempt, hourly role offered as full-time or part-time. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is advertised.

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 section states a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Must complete and demonstrate proficiency in required training and certifications within mandated timeframes.
Valid driver’s license in good standing is required; New Jersey employees must hold a valid license in their state of residence.
If providing transportation, car registration and vehicle insurance are required, and the employee must meet company insurance and driving-record requirements and be approved by management to drive.
Working knowledge of computers.
Must cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff during inspections, inquiries, or investigations.
Must submit to criminal background checks and be determined not disqualified by the Department of Human Services before working with individuals served.
Must agree to checks against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and complete an application for a Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI) check.
Employees hired after June 15, 2018 must complete drug testing before employment; employees are also subject to random and for-cause/suspicion drug testing.
Must be able to perform heavy work: exert up to 100 pounds of force 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 preferred.
High school diploma or equivalent is listed as preferred in the general qualifications section, though the New Jersey addendum requires it.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support and assistance according to 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 activities and progress accurately; review records and logs for changes to service plans and maintain confidentiality.
Make appropriate, cost-effective purchases within an individual’s budget and according to their choices and preferences.
Maintain professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians, and case managers, and follow customer service standards.
Report alleged abuse or neglect and medical, behavioral, or other incidents according to applicable policies and requirements.
Respect individual rights, maintain confidentiality, practice universal precautions, and support individuals in exercising their rights.
As needed, accompany individuals to medical appointments and relay information to and from medical providers.
If assigned, administer or support self-administration of medications, document medications and treatments, report errors promptly, 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 malfunction or disrepair.
Prepare or support preparation of meals according to planned menus, individual preferences, and special diets; monitor mealtimes and implement dining plans.
Attend orientation, ongoing training, and monthly staff meetings.
Work scheduled hours, arrive on time, remain on shift until relieved, notify a supervisor when unable to work as scheduled, and fill in for other shifts when required within scheduling limits.
Collaborate respectfully with coworkers and communicate openly.
Follow workplace safety policies, report hazards, and participate in safety training and activities.
When transporting individuals, drive safely and lawfully, use safety equipment such as seat belts, lifts, and wheelchair ties, and report accidents and safety concerns promptly.
Perform daily and seasonal housekeeping and maintain a neat, clean, and safe environment.
Monitor environmental safety and, as appropriate, perform minor repairs, yard maintenance, and snow removal; 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.