Caregiver

Sevita • Garland, TX

4d

About The Position

Do you have experience in human services and want to work for a company that positively impacts the lives of the many individuals it serves? In the Life Skills Trainer role, you will help this company in its commitment to serving others by providing training, assistance, and supervision to program group participants in the areas of living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other forms of assistance in both residential & community settings. Assist with medical supervision Facilitate working relationships between community employers and Group participants Ensure the implementation and effectiveness of specific programs developed by the team in the community and residence Adhere to all treatment philosophies and completes all forms and measurement tools as required Monitor and provide training in mealtime programming as necessary, prepare food as needed Assist, supervise, and train participants in basic and advanced living skills (grooming, laundry, cooking, room cleaning, shopping, toileting, feeding, turning in bed, etc) according to the program and charting requirements Assist with the living needs of the participants as needed Manage the transfer of participants adhering to training guidelines Serve as a primary decision maker regarding facility emergencies and participant emergencies on the job site or in the community while following emergency guidelines Maintain cleanliness and appearance of residence at all times Complete necessary documentation, reports, service summaries, etc. promptly and accurately Maintain confidentiality and assist with maintenance of all accreditation and license requirements Implement participant treatment programs and related tasks, procedures, and expectations as identified and instructed

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent with six months to one year of experience in the human services field
• Valid Driver's License from the state of residence
• Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up-to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up-to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach
• A commitment to quality in everything you do

Responsibilities

• Assist with medical supervision
• Facilitate working relationships between community employers and Group participants
• Ensure the implementation and effectiveness of specific programs developed by the team in the community and residence
• Adhere to all treatment philosophies and completes all forms and measurement tools as required
• Monitor and provide training in mealtime programming as necessary, prepare food as needed
• Assist, supervise, and train participants in basic and advanced living skills (grooming, laundry, cooking, room cleaning, shopping, toileting, feeding, turning in bed, etc) according to the program and charting requirements
• Assist with the living needs of the participants as needed
• Manage the transfer of participants adhering to training guidelines
• Serve as a primary decision maker regarding facility emergencies and participant emergencies on the job site or in the community while following emergency guidelines
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of residence at all times
• Complete necessary documentation, reports, service summaries, etc. promptly and accurately
• Maintain confidentiality and assist with maintenance of all accreditation and license requirements
• Implement participant treatment programs and related tasks, procedures, and expectations as identified and instructed

Benefits

• Full, Part-time, and as-needed schedules available
• Paid Time Off and Health benefits for full-time employees
• Paid training and holiday pay
• Career development and advancement opportunities across a nationwide network
• Work with some of the best co-workers you could ask for and see your impact on the lives of those individuals we serve
• Enjoy complex work that makes a difference in the lives of those we serve
• Since our funding comes from Federal and State payers, we offer stability and secure work opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED