Caregiver

About This Role

The Caregiver provides direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting. This role focuses on assisting with daily activities, health maintenance, and fostering behavioral development to promote independence and community integration.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support per individual service/program plans, including socialization, health maintenance, and skill/behavioral development
• Assist with daily activities such as personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, and community integration
• Accurately document progress and activity, maintaining confidentiality of records
• Maintain professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians, and case managers
• Report any instance of alleged abuse or neglect, and medical or behavioral incidents immediately
• Assist with medication administration and ensure security of controlled medications
• Monitor individual's health, communicate concerns to medical staff, and follow health care directives
• Prepare or support individuals to prepare food according to planned menus and special diets
• Attend orientation, ongoing training, and monthly staff meetings
• Transport individuals safely into the community, ensuring proper use of safety equipment

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age
• Working knowledge of computers
• Ability to pass drug testing and criminal background checks as required by the Department of Human Services

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Nice to Have

• Six months of experience in human services preferred

Benefits