About this role
The primary function of this role is to provide Personal Care Assistance - or Direct Support and related services to the individual in their home. These tasks include:
Assisting with household chores ( cleaning, changing linens, trash disposal)Assisting with bathing and hygieneAssisting with toiletingAssisting with exercise, or ambulation, if neededAssisting with activities of daily living( personal grooming, and dressing)Assisting with grocery shoppingAssisting with preparing meals and snacksAssistance with reminders and monitoring medicationAssist with scheduling appointmentsAssist with transporting High School Diploma or GEDFirst Aid and CPR certificationCNA/ PCT certification preferredMust be very familiar with and previously trained in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)Must be very familiar and efficient with working with individuals with behaviors.Must have at least three(3) years of RECENT experience in a health-related field, day program services, home health care, or working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Must be able to provide references and contacts of previous employers.Above average communication skills: oral and writtenMust have reliable transportation and be willing to transport individuals as neededMust be able to work independently without direct supervisionMust be able to pay attention to detail and report adequately.Must be willing to write/type documentationMust be familiar with Therap documentation systemMust be creative and willing to think outside the boxMust have the ability to utilize effective decision-makingMust be able to work cooperatively with individuals and their familyMust be able to follow procedures and emergency protocols properlyMust be willing to complete FBI- Background check, it will be required through the GA Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities if offered the position Must be willing to complete a TB test/ PhysicalMust possess a valid driver's license and insurance and be willing to provide a Motor Vehicle Report.Must be willing and able to follow ALL COVID-19 guidelines in accordance with recommendations from the CDC and the policies of GA DBHDD DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE NOT A SERIOUS CANDIDATE WITH RECENT EXPERIENCE IN THIS FIELD
THIS IS A FULL TIME POSITION; IDEAL CANDIDATES SHOULD BE NEAR THE AREA AND AVAILABLE CONSISTENTLY SHIFT HOURS ARE
Monday- Friday
MUST HAVE A VALID’S DRIVERS LICENSE AND WILLING TO DRIVE
MUST BE WILLING TO WORK THE ABOVE SHIFT HOURS
MUST BE ABLE TO FOLLOW PROCEDURES AND POLICIES OF THE AGENCY
MAY BE REQUIRED TO TAKE COVID TESTS TO ENSURE THE SAFETY OF ALL INDIVIDUALS SERVED AND EMPLOYEES
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.