Caregiver Burbank FT 3rd

Sevita•Fairfield, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Caregiver provides direct support to individuals in a residential program or unit, typically serving 4–6 people. Support is delivered in accordance with individual service or program plans and may include socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, and skill and behavioral development. The role also helps individuals with personal care, housekeeping, recreation, transportation, community integration, shopping, citizenship, and other activities of daily living. The Caregiver documents activities and progress, maintains confidentiality, respects individuals’ rights, reports incidents and suspected abuse or neglect, and builds professional relationships with individuals, families, guardians, and case managers. Health-related duties may include monitoring health, supporting or administering medications when assigned, preparing meals according to menus and dietary needs, and accompanying individuals to appointments as needed. The position also involves attending training and staff meetings, working scheduled hours and coordinating with replacement staff, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and potentially transporting individuals or performing minor maintenance. The role is based at the program location and may involve accompanying individuals into the community. This is a full-time, non-exempt hourly position on the third shift, advertised at $17.00 per hour.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required under the New Jersey addendum.
Valid driver’s license in good standing; New Jersey residents must hold a New Jersey license, while commuters may hold a valid license from their state of residence.
If providing transportation, have vehicle registration and insurance; maintain licensing and insurance requirements and obtain management approval to drive for the company.
Complete all state-required training and certifications within mandated timeframes and demonstrate proficiency in required trainings.
Submit to required criminal background checks and be determined eligible 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 check.
Submit to required drug testing, including pre-employment testing for employees hired after June 15, 2018, and random or for-cause/suspicion testing.
Working knowledge of computers.
Ability to perform heavy work: exert up to 100 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent (listed as preferred in the general qualifications; the New Jersey addendum states it is required).
Six months of experience in human services.

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 progress and activities accurately, review records and logs for service-plan changes, and maintain confidentiality.
Make appropriate, cost-effective purchases within individuals’ budgets and according to their choices and preferences.
Maintain professional relationships with individuals, families, friends, guardians, and case managers, and follow customer service standards.
Report alleged abuse or neglect and medical, behavioral, and other incidents according to applicable requirements.
Respect individuals’ rights, follow universal precautions, and support individuals in exercising their rights.
Monitor individuals’ health, document concerns, communicate with a nurse or supervisor, call 911 in emergencies, and follow health care directives.
Administer or support self-administration of medications when assigned, document medications and treatments, report errors, and secure medications and supplies.
Accompany individuals to medical appointments as needed and relay information to and from medical providers.
Prepare or support preparation of meals according to planned 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 within stated overtime limits or in emergencies.
Work cooperatively and respectfully with others and communicate openly.
Follow workplace safety policies, report hazards, and participate in safety training and activities.
Transport individuals when needed, drive safely and lawfully, use required safety equipment, and 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 when required, and report repair needs.
Check water temperature when required for bathing assistance, participate in safety drills, and protect individuals during emergencies.
Perform other duties and activities as required.