The heart of our mission is to demonstrate Christ’s love and justice by caring in faith for the human family. We change lives by helping and employing people of all backgrounds.
Catholic Charities has an immediate opening for a Caregiver. The Caregiver is responsible for providing cares and activities of daily living, direct supervision and activity programming to Community Connections participants, adhering to each participant's individualized care plan.
This is an amazing opportunity to be part of a mission-driven team that makes a real difference in the lives of others!
Starting pay is $17.40 per hour; commensurate with experience.
Benefits:
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Health (working 30+ hours)
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Dental (working 30+ hours)
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Vision (working 30+ hours)
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Life, AD&D, Long Term Disability (working 30+ hours)
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Short Term Disability (working 20+ hours)
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Accident, Critical and Hospital Indemnity Insurance (working 20+ hours)
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FSAs and HSA (working 30+ hours)
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403(b) Retirement Plan (with 6% company match after 1 year) (all employees are eligible)
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PTO (working 20+ hours or direct care)
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10 Holidays (working 20+ hours or direct care)
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Employee Referral Programs (all employees are eligible
Principal Accountabilities
Client Services
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Provide direct care assistance to participants, as needed, including medication administration, vitals, personal care, recreation/leisure activities, community outings, and transportation as outlined in individualized care plan.
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Plan and facilitate meaningful individual and group recreational activities that foster socialization, relationship building, and engagement, aligned with participants' interest, hobbies, and strengths.
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Apply a person-centered approach that respects each participant's abilities, preferences, and needs.
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Build and maintain supportive relationships with participants and their formal/informal support networks.
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Observe and report changes in participants' conditions or behaviors promptly and professionally.
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Contribute to planning and evaluation of programming, health monitoring, and individual goals and outcomes for participants.
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Comply with all regulatory requirements and agency standards.
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Attend required team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
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Maintain a clean, organized, and safe facility environment.
Qualifications
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High School diploma or equivalent.
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CNA experience is preferred but not required.
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At least one year of experience working with the program's target population or in a related field.
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Strong communication, interpersonal, problem solving, and organizational skills.
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Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
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Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and tolerate medium to high physical effort including walking, standing, lifting, stooping, squatting, bending, reaching, pushing, and/or pulling.
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Valid driver's license, proof of auto insurance, and a satisfactory driving record required to drive company vehicles.
Catholic Charities is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and to maintaining an atmosphere of equity and inclusion. We want our staff and programming to reflect the rich culture and diversity of our state and actively encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
We serve and employ persons regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Employees do not have to be Catholic to work for Catholic Charities. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to achieving a diverse workforce and maintaining an atmosphere of diversity and inclusion.
