Live In Caregiver - Redmond
Redwood Family Care Network•Redmond, WA
•Onsite
About The Position
Our established shared living home program is in search of an experienced and compassionate Live-in Caregiver (this role will require you to move-in with the family) who will meet the needs of our client(s) with developmental disabilities. We are looking for a committed individual who will provide a safe and caring home environment while helping them maintain a high quality of life.
Requirements
- Home Care Aide (HCA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Nursing (LPN/RN) OR 75 hours training for HCA Certification
- Current CPR/first aid and blood borne pathogens class.
- Maintain HCA Certification with 12 hours of continuing education per year.
- 1+ years’ experience with developmental disabilities
- Must be comfortable with aquatic pets.
- Must be comfortable with feline pets.
- All applicants are subject to a background check.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience as a live-in caregiver/HCA
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Residents with personal care including dressing, bathing, administering medication and personal hygiene, as needed.
- Transport Residents to appointments/activities as needed.
- Prepare healthy meals and snacks within the Resident’s dietary needs.
- Maintain a clean and tidy home.
- Supervise and/or administer medications daily.
- Maintain open communication with families regarding resident’s physical and emotional condition.
- Manage the household operations including food purchases, cooking, laundry assist, light cleaning, reporting of any maintenance issues to the landlord.
- Ensure financial expenditures are managed within the prescribed budget.
- Follow any prescribed activities or routines as outlined by the families.
- Listen and assist with problem solving.
- Ensure a successful hand-off to the weekend/backup caregiver.
- Facilitate social interaction between the Residents.
- Supportive, open, and timely communication with the guardians
- Able to manage a schedule and stay organized.
- Mentor and teacher of basic household skills to foster independence.
- Willingness to work with outside resources including day programs, job coaches and any other specialists.
- Enjoy outside activities and recreation.
Benefits
- Housing package includes free rent, utilities, food, and all other housing related expenses.
- Paid holidays and 2 weeks paid vacation.
- State Paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Voluntary Short-term and Voluntary Long-term disability
- Voluntary Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company Paid Basic Life Insurance & ADD plus Voluntary Life Insurance
- Voluntary life insurance
- Unlimited Peer Referral Program
- Paid Travel Time and Mileage Reimbursement
- Excellent and Flexible Work Environment
- Working Advantage employee discount program
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
- 401k
- Capella University Discounts
- Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
- Voluntary Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Company Paid Basic Life Insurance & ADD plus Voluntary Life Insurance
- Accrued Paid Time Off
- Unlimited Peer Referral Program
- On-Demand Pay!!
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
- 401(K)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
