PRN Caregiver ADT

Sevita•Clearwater, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct support within a program or unit, typically serving 4–6 individuals in residential settings or up to 10 individuals in periodic programs. Support is delivered according to individual service or program plans and may include socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, and skill and behavioral development. The role also assists individuals with personal care, housekeeping, recreation, transportation, community integration, shopping, citizenship, and other activities of daily living. The caregiver documents progress and activities, reviews records and logs for service-plan changes, maintains confidentiality, respects individual rights, and reports suspected abuse, neglect, medical events, behavioral incidents, and other incidents as required. The role may include accompanying individuals to medical appointments, administering or supporting self-administration of medication when assigned, monitoring health, preparing meals according to menus and special diets, and using medical equipment according to procedures. The position works scheduled hours, attends required orientation, ongoing training, and monthly staff meetings, and may cover other shifts when needed. It may also involve transporting individuals, maintaining a clean and safe environment, performing minor repairs or yard maintenance, participating in safety drills, and helping protect individuals during emergencies. The role has no supervisory responsibilities and is based at the program location, with possible travel into the community. For New Jersey positions, employees must cooperate with inspections and investigations; hold a valid driver’s license in good standing for their state of residence; complete required drug testing, background checks, registry checks, and training; and be cleared by the Department of Human Services before working with individuals served.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing; New Jersey positions require a license valid in the employee’s state of residence.
Must complete state-required training and certifications within mandated timeframes and demonstrate proficiency in required training areas.
Must meet company driving-record and insurance requirements and be approved by management to drive on the company’s behalf; a vehicle registration and insurance are required if providing transportation.
Must submit to required criminal background checks and be determined not disqualified by the Department of Human Services before working with individuals served (New Jersey addendum).
Must agree to Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and Child Abuse Registry Information checks (New Jersey addendum).
Employees hired after June 15, 2018, must submit to pre-employment drug testing; employees are also subject to random and for-cause/suspicion drug testing (New Jersey addendum).
Must be able to perform heavy work: exert up to 100 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
Working knowledge of computers.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred; the New Jersey addendum states that a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Six months of experience in human services preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support in accordance with individual service or program plans.
Support socialization, behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreation, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
Document progress and activities accurately, review records and logs for service-plan changes, and maintain confidentiality.
Make cost-effective purchases within individuals’ budgets and according to their choices and preferences.
Maintain professional relationships with individuals, families, friends, guardians, and case managers; greet visitors and follow customer service standards.
Report alleged abuse or neglect and medical, behavioral, or other incidents according to applicable requirements.
Respect individual rights, follow applicable rights protections, and practice universal precautions.
Accompany individuals to medical appointments as needed and relay information to and from medical providers when required.
Administer medication or support self-administration when assigned; document medications and treatments, report errors promptly, and secure medications and supplies appropriately.
Monitor individuals’ health, document concerns, communicate with a nurse or supervisor, call 911 in emergencies, and follow health care directives.
Use medical equipment according to procedures and report malfunctions or disrepair.
Prepare or support preparation of meals according to planned menus, individual preferences, and special diets; monitor meals and follow dining plans.
Attend orientation, ongoing training, and monthly staff meetings; work scheduled hours and follow shift-coverage and attendance procedures.
Work collaboratively and respectfully with coworkers and follow workplace safety policies, procedures, and rules.
Transport individuals when needed, drive safely and lawfully, use required safety equipment, and report accidents and safety concerns.
Perform daily and seasonal housekeeping and maintain a neat, clean, and safe environment.
Monitor environmental safety, perform minor repairs or yard maintenance as needed, and report repair needs.
Check water temperature when required during bathing assistance, participate in safety drills, and protect individuals during emergencies.
Perform other duties and activities as required.
For New Jersey positions, cooperate with inspections, inquiries, and investigations; complete required drug testing, background checks, registry checks, and training; and meet applicable driving and clearance requirements.