Job Overview
We are seeking a full-time caregiver to be the primary support contact for residents living in the home and who will also perform activities of daily living in accordance with each individual’s care plan. Our ideal candidate is someone who wants to make this their main job and who has a desire to build genuine relationships with our residents. Salary is between $19-25/hour, varying based on experience and credentials.
Duties
- Must submit to and pass Background Checks and TB Screening.
- Must speak, read, and write English in order to communicate with others both inside and outside the home.
- Interact with residents, family members, DSHS personnel, ombudsmen, and other customers with professionalism.
- Works well independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent personal care skills with emphasis on infection control as well as residents’ rights to privacy and dignity.
- Develop an understanding of dementia, mental health, and/or developmental disabilities, whichever your employer is designated to serve in the adult family home.
- Respond appropriately to emergency situations
- Respond appropriately to resident and/or family grievances, resident changes in condition, and other issues warranting care and follow-up
- Maintain excellent communication with the home owner and/or resident manager regarding work issues, the home’s status, resident issues/concerns, and other topics important to the successful operation of the home.
- Report suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, and/or financial exploitation promptly to the DSHS hotline, police (if necessary), and supervisor following the home’s policy and procedure
- Follow all policies, procedures, and protocols as written and implemented.
- Practice excellent behavioral intervention strategies with residents who experience behavioral difficulties.
- Assist in planning and preparing residents for medical appointments, social outings, and other appointments.
- Safely prepare meals, following residents’ individual needs and preferences, and proper food handling techniques.
- Clean the home to ensure orderly and neat appearance while also ensuring safety.
- Launder resident clothing and home’s laundry (towels, sheets, etc) promptly and efficiently, ensuring appropriate storage.
- Maintain accurate and clear progress notes in resident log and on incident reports, documenting relevant information including description, actions taken, and resident response.
- Assist residents with medications following the home’s policies and procedures.
Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid orientation
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
