Caregiver

Sevita•Ankeny, IA

About The Position

Provide training, assistance, and supervision to individuals receiving care in living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other areas of assistance in residential and community settings. Support daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration. Facilitate working relationships between employers and individuals served, and support community involvement by accompanying individuals on outings or providing transportation to work and other activities. Work with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans. This is a 24-hour-per-week part-time position on the evening shift from 3 pm to 11 pm, paying $16.00–$19.50 per hour depending on experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Six months to one year of experience in the human services field.
Valid driver's license from the state of residence.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Successful clearance of background checks.
Caring attitude and dedication to assisting others.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication skills.
Reliable and responsible attitude with a compassionate approach.
Commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

Train, assist, and supervise individuals receiving care in living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other areas of assistance.
Assist with meal preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration.
Facilitate working relationships between employers and individuals served.
Accompany individuals on outings and provide transportation to work or other activities to support community involvement.
Work with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.