Direct Support Worker - Caregiver

GT Independence Careers • Jefferson, OR

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About The Position

GT Independence is a family-founded, national Financial Management Services provider that supports people in self-direction programs as they manage long-term care and support services at home and in community-based settings. The organization promotes personal choice, independence, and quality of life through person-centered financial and administrative services.

Direct Support Workers/Caregivers provide one-on-one support to individuals who self-direct their services, working in the person's home and community to help them live as independently as possible while respecting their choices, preferences, and goals. The individual receiving services directs their own care, and schedules and tasks are often tailored to that individual rather than to a facility or agency.

The role includes personal care, mobility and meal support, light housekeeping, help with daily routines and independent living skills, community participation, and health-related needs as directed and authorized. Workers follow the individual’s Service Plan, document services accurately and promptly, complete required training, and follow program guidelines.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Reliable, patient, and respectful of others.
• Ability to follow direction and care plans.
• Pass a background check.
• Complete required training.
• Follow all state and program guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in caregiving, home health, or direct support.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance if providing transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care needs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Support mobility, transfers, and safe movement.
• Help with meals, eating, and maintaining safety.
• Assist with light housekeeping and maintaining a safe home environment.
• Support daily routines and independent living skills.
• Help individuals access and participate in their community and support social, recreational, and personal activities.
• Follow the individual’s Service Plan and approved tasks.
• Assist with health-related needs as directed and authorized.
• Respect and support each individual’s choices and independence, working under the direction of the individual receiving services.
• Record services provided accurately and in a timely manner.
• Complete required trainings and follow program guidelines.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling based on your availability.
• Meaningful, one-on-one work.
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on someone’s independence and quality of life.
• Supportive team and ongoing training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed