Direct Support Caregiver

Sevita•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

INSERT ENTITY, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived. SUMMARY Position Type: Non-exempt, full-time or part-time, hourly role. Scope of Role: Responsible for providing direct support within a single program or unit within a program, typically supporting 4 - 6 individuals in residential settings, or up to 10 individuals in periodic programs. Key Responsibilities: Deliver support per individual service/program plans, including socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, skill/behavioral development. Assist with daily activities: Personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community integration, shopping, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Six months of experience in human services preferred.
Must be 18 years of age.
Working knowledge of computers
Valid driver’s license in good standing.
Car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services.
All state-required training(s) and certification(s) completed in mandated timeframes.
Maintain valid driver’s license, meet all insurance requirements, and be approved by management to be a driver for the company.
Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing in The State of New Jersey; however, in the event the person lives in another state and is commuting, they must have a valid driver’s license in good standing for the state in which they live.
At minimum, a High School Diploma/Equivalent is required
All employees hired after 6/15/2018 shall submit to drug testing prior to employment. All employees shall submit to drug testing randomly and for cause/suspicion.
Employees must submit to criminal background checks, and be determined not to be disqualified by the Department of Human Services prior to working with individuals served. In addition to this, it is a requirement that all employees agree to have their name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities, as well as completing an application to have their name checked against the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI).
Shall be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

Provides direct support or assistance in accordance with individual service or program plans
Assists with socialization and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
Accurately documents progress and activity
Reviews records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans
Maintains confidentiality.
Makes cost-effective and appropriate purchases within the budget of the individual served and according to their choice / preference
Maintains healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians and case managers
Greets family members and other visitors
Implements Sevita Customer Service Standards.
Reports any instance of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards
Reports medical, behavioral and other incidents in accordance with Sevita policy and external requirements.
Maintains confidentiality, respects the rights of persons being served, according to applicable the bill of rights
Practices universal precautions
Assists individuals in exercising their rights.
As needed, may accompany individuals to medical appointments
Relays orders and information to and from medical providers as required.
If assigned, accurately administers or supports self-administration of medication and documents delivery of medications and treatments
Promptly reports administration errors
Maintains appropriate security of controlled medications and other medications and supplies.
Monitors individual’s health
Documents health concerns
Communicates with nurse or supervisor as appropriate
Calls 911 in the event of emergency
Follows individual health care directives.
Correctly follows procedures in utilizing medical equipment
Reports malfunction or disrepair.
Prepares or supports individuals to prepare food in accordance with planned menus and individual choice
Knows special diets and prepares individual meals accordingly
Monitors mealtime and correctly implements any dining plans.
Attends orientation and on-going training as directed
Participates in monthly staff meetings.
Works scheduled hours
Arrives for work on time
Stays on shift until replacement arrives
Notifies supervisor in advance when unable to work as scheduled or as soon as possible after the designated start time
May fill in for other shifts where required without causing unapproved overtime, or in the event of emergency.
Works together with others, values others contributions
Is courteous
Communicates openly
Listens
Shows respect to others.
Complies with all established safety policies, procedures, and rules
Reports unsafe hazards to their supervisor and participates in safety related training or activities.
May transport individuals into the community
Drives safely and according to local laws
Ensures proper use of safety equipment including seat belts, lifts and wheelchair ties
Reports accidents to appropriate authorities immediately
Reports accidents and safety concerns immediately to supervisor or maintenance personnel.
Performs daily and seasonal housekeeping as directed
Maintains neat, clean and safe environment
Reports hazards or safety concerns.
Monitors environmental safety and may make minor repairs, change light bulbs, etc.
May perform yard maintenance including keeping walkways safe and snow removal
Reports equipment or facilities requiring repairs to supervisor or maintenance personnel as required.
Checks water temperature as required when assisting with bathing
Participates in safety drills and protects persons being served in the event of emergency.
Performs other duties and activities as required.
Employees must cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation.
Employees must successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in all areas of required trainings.