Caregiver

Sevita•Durham, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Caregiver provides direct support to people in a program or unit, typically supporting 4–6 individuals in residential settings or up to 10 individuals in periodic programs. Support is provided according to individual service or program plans and may include socialization, health maintenance, medication assistance, and skill and behavioral development. The role assists individuals with personal care and other daily activities, including housekeeping, recreation, transportation, community integration, shopping, financial management, and citizenship. The Caregiver documents progress and activities, maintains confidentiality, respects individuals’ rights, and communicates with families, guardians, case managers, medical providers, nurses, and supervisors as appropriate. The position may involve accompanying individuals to appointments and into the community, preparing meals in accordance with planned menus, preferences, and special diets, and monitoring health and safety. The Caregiver attends required training and staff meetings, works scheduled hours, and helps maintain a clean and safe environment. The role works at the program location and may accompany individuals into the community. It has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
At minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent is required by the New Jersey addendum; the general qualifications state this is preferred.
Working knowledge of computers.
Valid driver’s license in good standing for the state where the employee resides; additional company driving approval and vehicle insurance requirements apply when driving for the company.
If providing transportation, have vehicle registration and vehicle insurance.
Complete all state-required training and certifications within mandated timeframes and successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in required trainings.
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 are restricted from driving until they qualify.
Submit to required pre-employment drug testing for employees hired after June 15, 2018, and 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 checks against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and complete an application for a Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI) check.
Ability to meet the stated heavy-work physical demands: exert up to 100 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds constantly.

Nice To Haves

Six months of experience in human services preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support in accordance with individual service or program plans, including assistance 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 appropriate, cost-effective purchases using individuals’ budgets and according to their choices and preferences.
Maintain professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians, and case managers; greet visitors and follow customer service standards.
Report alleged abuse or neglect and medical, behavioral, or other incidents according to applicable policies and requirements.
Respect individuals’ rights, assist them in exercising those rights, and follow applicable rights and universal-precaution practices.
As needed, accompany individuals to medical appointments and relay information and orders 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 individuals’ 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 individuals in preparing meals according to planned menus and individual choices; follow special diets and dining plans and monitor mealtimes.
Attend orientation, ongoing training, and monthly staff meetings; complete required training and demonstrate proficiency.
Work scheduled hours, arrive on time, remain until a replacement arrives, notify a supervisor when unable to work as scheduled, and fill in for other shifts when required without unapproved overtime or in emergencies.
Contribute to teamwork through courteous, respectful, and open communication and by valuing others’ contributions.
Follow safety policies and procedures, report hazards, and participate in safety-related training and activities.
Transport individuals when needed, drive safely and lawfully, use required safety equipment, and promptly report accidents and safety concerns.
Perform daily and seasonal housekeeping and maintain a neat, clean, and safe environment.
Monitor environmental safety; perform minor repairs or yard maintenance as needed, including keeping walkways safe and removing snow; report repair needs.
Check water temperature when required during bathing assistance, 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.