QMAP Cert required!
$19-22/hr
Day or Night shiftย
Job Summary
Training:ย Attends orientation and on-going training as directed; participates in monthly staff meetings.ย
Employee Scheduling:ย Works scheduled hours; arrives for work on time; stays on shift until replacement arrives; notifies supervisor in advance when unable to work as scheduled or as soon as possible after the designated start time; may fill in for other shifts where required without causing unapproved overtime, or in the event of emergency.
Teamwork:ย Works together with others, values others contributions; is courteous; communicates openly; listens; and shows respect to others.
Workplace Safety:ย Complies with all established safety policies, procedures and practices and reports all work-related injuries to his/her supervisor.
Services and Supports
Direct Support:ย Provides direct support or assistance in accordance with individual service or program plans; assists with socialization and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.ย ย
Records:ย Accurately documents progress and activity; reviews records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans; maintains confidentiality; accurately and timely completes billing documentation as applicable.
Management of Individualsโ Assets: Assists with money management, as assigned, and assures safety of individualsโ funds and property.
Relationships:ย Maintains healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians and case managers; greets family members and other visitors; implements Network Customer Service Standards.
Reporting:ย Reports any instance of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards; reports medical, behavioral and other incidents in accordance with Network policy and external requirements.
Rights:ย Maintains confidentiality, respects the rights of persons being served, according to the applicable bill of rights; practices universal precautions; assists individuals in exercising their rights.
Health Care
Appointments:ย May accompany individuals to medical appointments; relays orders and information to and from medical providers as required.ย
Medications:ย If assigned, accurately administers and documents delivery of medications and treatments; promptly reports administration errors; maintains appropriate security of controlled medications and other medications and supplies.
General Health Care:ย Monitors individualโs health; documents health concerns; communicates with nurse or supervisor as appropriate; calls 911 in the event of emergency; follows individual health care directives.
Medical Supplies and Equipment:ย Correctly follows procedures in utilizing medical equipment; reports malfunction or disrepair.
Dietary planning:ย Prepares or supports individuals to prepare food in accordance with planned menus and individual choice; knows special diets and prepares individual meals accordingly; monitors mealtime and correctly implements any dining plans.
Maintenance
Vehicles:ย May transport individuals into the community; drives safely and according to local laws; assures proper use of safety equipment including seat belts, lifts and wheelchair ties; reports accidents to appropriate authorities immediately; reports accidents and safety concerns immediately to supervisor or maintenance personnel.ย
Housekeeping:ย Performs daily and seasonal housekeeping as directed; maintains neat, clean and safe environment; reports hazards or safety concerns.
Maintenance and Repair:ย Monitors environmental safety and may make minor repairs, change light bulbs, etc.; may perform yard maintenance including keeping walkways safe and snow removal; reports equipment or facilities requiring repairs to supervisor or maintenance personnel as required.
Safety:ย Checks water temperature as required when assisting with bathing; participates in safety drills and protects persons being served in the event of emergency.
Other
- Performs other related duties and activities as required.
- Employee may from time to time need to use a personal cell phone for business purposes and will be provided a stipend to cover the business costs of doing so.
Minimum Knowledge and Skills required by the Job
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required to perform the job
Education and Experience
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Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations Required
Valid driverโs license in good standing. Car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services.
All state-required training and certification completed in mandated timeframes.
- QMAP Certification Required
Blood Borne Pathogen Category
Physical Requirements