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About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or at least five years of verified experience in the same position.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for clear and articulate documentation.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft products such as email, Word, and Excel, and agency web-based applications.
• Ability to drive a large and/or wheelchair van.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and at least one year of driving experience in the United States.
• Ability to climb stairs and physically assist people served with movement, bathroom routines, tub or shower entry and exit, wheelchair transfers, and physical, behavioral, or medical interventions; assistance may involve people weighing more than 200 pounds.
• Ability to perform additional lifting or moving as required for activities of daily living.
• Ability to drive a 12-passenger van.
• Acceptable CORI results according to Bridgewell policy.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience working with people with developmental or psychiatric disabilities is preferred.
• Specialized certifications, credentials, or training in areas such as PABC, ABA techniques, autism, behavioral support, or healthcare may be required depending on program needs.

Responsibilities

• Support people in services with skills training in activities of daily living during assigned hours.
• Create opportunities for people to make decisions, develop skills, and foster independence.
• Provide services in accordance with applicable regulatory standards and Bridgewell policies and procedures.
• Assist with medical, clinical, and financial needs.
• Transport and accompany people to medical, recreational, and other activities outside the program as needed.
• Maintain daily progress notes, shift checklists, shift assignments, and other required documentation.
• Complete assigned household cleaning duties.
• Conduct steady care calls according to guidelines for awake overnight shifts.
• Assist people with accessing community resources and recreational opportunities.
• Administer medications according to MAP regulations, as applicable.
• Maintain mandatory and program-specific training certifications and credentials.
• Develop positive relationships with guardians, family members, and other stakeholders.
• Serve as the program's Fire Safety Officer, Safety Coordinator, or Human Rights Officer, as assigned.
• Comply with Bridgewell's Safety Checks Policy.
• Attend and participate in program staff meetings and supervision meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off, including the employee's birthday.
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions.
• Training and development opportunities across Bridgewell's programs.
• Additional compensation for on-call rotations.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.