Direct Care

Tomorrows Hope Inc•Nampa, ID

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Direct Care Staff provide daily training in daily living skills, such as dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, hygiene, eating, communication, behavior modification, social skills, money and community skills to the clients we serve to enhance their lives and help them to become as independent as possible. Direct Care Staff are directly responsible to the Lead Worker / Sr. Staff, House Manager and QIDP/TC for providing daily training to the clients in the group home and in the community.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Valid Idaho Driver's License (other state license ok for 60 days).
Clearance from Department Of Health and Welfare Criminal History Unit.
Have a GED or higher.
Certified in CPR/FA, Mandt and Assistance with Medication Administration (can complete within 60 days of hire).

Responsibilities

Provide daily training in daily living skills (dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, hygiene, eating, communication, behavior modification, social skills, money, and community skills).
Implement client schedules and programs on a daily basis.
Collect and legibly record accurate data and other required documentation.
Legibly record daily progress notes on the clients.
Maximize all learning opportunities, using teachable moments and modeling.
Assist with daily cleaning with the clients.
Prepare meals as assigned.
Assist clients with med delivery.
Provide feedback to QIDP to facilitate necessary program changes specific to individual clients.
Ensure that all clients’ rights are upheld.
Complete daily cleaning assignments.
Ensure that all safety procedures are maintained and followed.
Role model socially appropriate behavior.
Complete other duties as assigned.
If on the Graveyard shift, remain awake all night and complete duties as assigned.