Caregiver FT Shady 3rd

Sevita•LIBERTY TWNSHIP, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Caregiver provides direct support to people in a residential program, typically supporting 4–6 individuals. The role follows individual service and program plans to assist with socialization, health maintenance, medication administration when assigned, skill and behavioral development, and activities of daily living. The position is full-time and non-exempt, with an advertised overnight schedule and an hourly rate of $17.00. The Caregiver helps individuals with personal care, housekeeping, recreation, transportation, community participation, shopping, financial management, and meal preparation. The role also includes documenting progress and activities, maintaining confidentiality and professional relationships, reporting incidents and suspected abuse or neglect, supporting individuals’ rights, monitoring health, and following applicable care and safety procedures. The employee attends orientation, ongoing training, and monthly staff meetings; works scheduled hours and communicates about schedule changes; and contributes to a safe and clean program environment. The role works at the program location and may involve accompanying individuals into the community. Heavy physical work is required, including exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly.

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 describe this as preferred.
Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing for the state in which the employee resides; additional company driving approval and requirements apply when transporting individuals.
Must provide car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services.
Must complete all state-required training and certifications within mandated timeframes and demonstrate proficiency in required training areas.
Must have working knowledge of computers.
Must cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff during inspections, inquiries, or investigations.
Must submit to required pre-employment, random, and for-cause/suspicion drug testing as applicable.
Must complete 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 submit an application for a Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI) check.
Must meet company motor vehicle record and insurance requirements to drive on behalf of the company; employees who do not meet driving requirements are restricted from driving until eligible under company policy.
Must be able to perform heavy work: exert up to 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly.

Nice To Haves

Six months of experience in human services is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support in accordance with individual service and program plans.
Assist with socialization, behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreation, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
Accurately document individuals’ progress and activities, review records and logs for service-plan changes, and maintain confidentiality.
Make cost-effective purchases within an individual’s budget and according to their choices and preferences.
Maintain professional relationships with individuals, families, friends, guardians, and case managers, and implement customer service standards.
Report alleged abuse or neglect and medical, behavioral, and other incidents in accordance with policy and applicable requirements.
Respect individuals’ rights, practice universal precautions, and assist individuals in exercising their rights.
Accompany individuals to medical appointments as needed and relay information and orders to and from medical providers when required.
Administer or support self-administration of medications 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 an emergency, and follow health care directives.
Use medical equipment according to procedures and report malfunction or disrepair.
Prepare or support preparation of meals according to 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 a replacement arrives, and notify a supervisor when unable to work as scheduled; fill in for other shifts when required without unapproved overtime or in an emergency.
Contribute to teamwork through courteous communication, listening, cooperation, and respect for others.
Follow workplace safety policies and procedures, report hazards, and participate in safety training and activities.
Transport individuals when required, drive safely and lawfully, use safety equipment correctly, and promptly 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 such as keeping walkways safe and snow removal, and 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.