IHS Caregiver Overtime (Internal Only)

Merrick Inc.

58d

About The Position

The In-Home Supports (IHS) Caregiver provides individualized, person-centered support to clients in their homes and in the community. Working one-on-one with clients, the caregiver promotes independence, develops life skills, supports personal goals, and helps clients take part in meaningful activities and outings while building positive relationships. This opportunity is available to internal applicants seeking additional hours outside their regularly scheduled work hours, including evenings and weekends. Applicants provide their availability, which must align with client needs. If assigned to a client, the caregiver is expected to maintain the assigned schedule on an ongoing basis and find coverage if unable to work a shift. Hours are added to the employee's regular paycheck.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Ability to use electronic devices, including databases and internet-based applications.
Ability to transport clients to and from community activities in a personal vehicle and meet minimum personal vehicle insurance requirements.
Ongoing commitment to strengthening diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Commitment to promoting a safe and hazard-free work environment.
Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol test following a conditional job offer, and to meet testing requirements throughout employment as required by driving policies.
Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, and communicate throughout the workday.
Ability to stoop, bend, kneel, twist, reach, push, pull, and respond quickly to client needs, including emergencies.
Ability to lift and transfer at least 50 pounds and assist with moving clients who may be unable to support their own weight.
Ability to safely use assistive equipment such as Hoyer lifts, standers, wheelchairs, and other adaptive devices.
Ability to push and pull wheelchairs and equipment supporting clients weighing 100–200 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Six to twelve months of experience supporting individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities.
Experience assisting clients with toileting and brief changes.
Medication certification may be required depending on assigned clients.

Responsibilities

Assist clients with their day-to-day needs and wants.
Manage an assigned caseload in compliance with program policies and procedures.
Encourage clients to pursue personal goals and participate in daily activities, outings, and community inclusion.
Remain engaged with clients in activities or community outings throughout the day.
Assist clients with coping skills to help prevent or address situations between clients and peers.
Assist with personal care, including toileting, changing briefs, bathing, feeding, and meal preparation.
Transfer clients using appropriate body mechanics and assistive equipment, such as Hoyer or manual lifts, wheelchairs, Posey belts, standers, and walkers.
Complete Pavillio, data sheets, and other required documentation for assigned clients.
Assist with client transportation to and from community activities.
Assist clients with medications as assigned.
Provide input on client outcomes in accordance with Minnesota statutes on Person-Centered Planning and Service Delivery.
Follow client- or department-specific safety measures.