Live-In Direct Care Position

 

“Live In” Direct Care Staff:  A Live In Direct Care Staff is an hourly position, with the addition of living on the premises. The additional “Live In” responsibilities Include but are not limited to the following:


  • Promoting an active and meaningful life at home and in the community by discerning and implementing each person’s preferences and assuring that they have opportunities to exercise them continually.

  • Understanding and ensuring compliance with each individual’s abuse prevention plan and personal support plans.

  • Understanding, implementing and documenting all programming as assigned by supervisors including person centered planning and delivery.

  • Encouraging individuals served to maintain relationships with their family and friends.

  • Preparing and administering medications and documenting by med passing protocols.

  • Providing basic first aid, or CPR as needed.

  • Performing personal cares as needed, which may include assistance with personal hygiene and grooming, eating and other activities of daily living (ADLs).

  • Monitoring funds and support individuals as they learn to use their funds appropriately.

  • Understanding, preparing and encouraging a healthy diet.

  • Encouraging and participating in regular exercise, promoting a physically active life.

  • Providing appropriate support in instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).


Communicating effectively with teammates and supervisor by:

  • Documenting significant events during shifts in relevant logs, and alerting supervisors.

  • Attending required team meetings and completing trainings in a timely manner.

  • Raising concerns about team performance and program quality with supervisors as relevant.

Maintaining a safe and healthy living and working environment by:

  • Keeping all areas of the home and premises safe and clean.

  • Observing safety rules in all things but especially in the acts of: lifting and transferring, the use of chemical cleaners and disinfectants, the use of vehicles, appliances and other tools.

  • Reporting or correcting inadequate safety conditions immediately or as soon as possible.

Perform effectively in emergency situations:

  • Reporting all potential violations of Vulnerable Adults Act including (Abuse, Neglect or Financial Exploitation).

  • Carrying out and implementing document safety drills preparing for fire or weather emergencies monthly.

  • Reporting all incidents, accidents or emergencies according to company policy and procedures.

REQUIREMENTS:

Must be 18 years of age, have a Driver’s License, Insurance and Reliable Vehicle, have caregiving experience of one year at the same job.

 

 

Sound like a good fit?

Send your resume and cover letter to Beth at bhansonharmonyhomes@gmail.com

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