Life Skills Trainer

Sevita•Orange, CA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans. This is a Per-Diem (As Needed) position with flexible shift times, located in Orange, CA at a NeuroRestorative facility on Santiago Canyon Road. The role is in a residential setting with a 6-bed facility & Adult Day Program. Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care, with a mission to help everyone live a full, more independent life. They have been providing quality services for over 50 years and employ 40,000 team members serving 50,000 individuals across the U.S.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Valid CA driver’s license
Six months to one year of experience in the human services field
Must be minimum of 21 years of age
Successful clearance of background checks
A caring attitude with a dedication to assisting others
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication skills
A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach
A commitment to quality in everything you do

Responsibilities

Take basic vitals such as heart rate, temperature and blood pressure
Provide training, assistance and supervision to individuals receiving care in the areas of living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other forms of assistance in both residential and community settings.
Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, and medication administration.
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.
May accompany individuals to medical appointments; relays orders and information to and from medical providers as required.
If assigned, accurately administers and documents delivery of medications and treatments; promptly reports administration errors; maintains appropriate security of controlled medications and other medications and supplies.
Facilitate the working relationships between employers and individuals served, and support community involvement by accompanying them on outings, or providing transportation to work or other activities.
Work closely with our clinical staff to support the therapeutic and behavioral plans in place.