Caregivers Wanted!
About The Position
We are looking for reliable, compassionate caregivers who are ready to make a lasting impact on our residents’ lives. The right candidate will take pride and play a key role by making a difference for our residents with SMI, TBI, and dual diagnosis. Under limited supervision, our caregivers are responsible for providing routines such as personal healthcare, bathing, dressing, and grooming as needed, to individuals with developmental and/or physical disabilities in a group home setting. Our caregivers are also responsible for ensuring that programs are implemented properly to meet the individual goals and safety of the residents. In addition, caregivers would be performing daily duties during their shift(s) such as administering medications, safety checks, cooking nourishing meals following the menu provided and standard day-to-day chores (i.e., laundry, dishes, etc.). Orion’s 15 licensed residential settings offer safe, comfortable, family-oriented living environments in residential neighborhoods throughout Maricopa County. Our staff provide 24-hour supervision and assistance, 7 days a week to ensure health & safety, promote good personal hygiene, and foster the development of coping skills, self-awareness, social skills and community involvement.
Requirements
- Two Negative TB Skin Tests, a Negative TB Blood test, or a Positive TB Skin Test with XRAY
- Prevention and Support or CPI Certificate
- First Aid & CPR certified
- Article 9 certification
- Valid Driver Licenses (39 month driving record uncertified)
- High School Diploma/GED or Higher
- Valid Fingerprint Level 1 Clearance Card (must provide on own)
- Must pass all background checks such as federal, state, APS, CPS and OIG
- Must be able to pass a drug screen
- Be able to lift up to 50 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with assistance
Nice To Haves
- AZ State Caregiver Certificate
- Prior experience is a PLUS!
Responsibilities
- Provide non-medical assistance and companionship to the residents in our group homes
- Personal care and hygiene assistance, including bathing, toileting, incontinence and dressing; Assist with ADL’s (Activities of Daily Living)
- Assist with medication passes by following the six rights of medication passing
- Prepare and serve meals to residents, according to prescribed diets and menu provided
- Electronically document and maintain records in QuickMar/Caresuite of resident care, condition, progress, behaviors, goals met or unmet.
- Report and discuss observations, changes in conditions, and incidents with supervisor and your house team.
- Accompany clients to doctors’ offices and other trips outside of home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship
- Assist, redirect and use coping skills towards the residents as needed to help them reach their individual goals
- Maintain a clean and safe home for residents and staff (i.e. sanitize restrooms, sweep/mop, laundry, keep chemicals, medications and sharp objects locked etc.)
- Communicate with incoming shifts about what was observed during your shift such as behaviors, elopement or residents out of home (i.e. hospital, home pass)
- Maintain compliance with credentials required to work in a group home setting, including attending in person monthly clinical supervision
- Other duties may be assigned as necessary
Benefits
- 401K (Company Match)
- FREE Training Offered (if you do not have certifications to provide)
- Complimentary Beneficiary Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance eligibility for Full-Time staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
