Caregiver

                                       ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function listed below. 

Personnel

1. Training:  Attends orientation and on-going training as directed; participates in monthly staff meetings. 

2. Employee Scheduling:  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.

3. Teamwork:  Works together with others, values others contributions; is courteous; communicates openly; listens; and shows respect to others.

4. Workplace Safety:  Complies with all established safety policies, procedures and practices and reports all work-related injuries to his/her supervisor.

Services and Supports

1. Direct Support:  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.  

2. Records:  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.

3. Management of Individuals’ Assets: Assists with money management, as assigned, and assures safety of individuals’ funds and property.

4. Relationships:  Maintains healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians and case managers; greets family members and other visitors; implements Network Customer Service Standards.

5. Reporting:  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.

6. Rights:  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

1. Appointments:  May accompany individuals to medical appointments; relays orders and information to and from medical providers as required. 

2. Medications:  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.

3. General Health Care:  Monitors individual’s health; documents health concerns; communicates with nurse or supervisor as appropriate; calls 911 in the event of emergency; follows individual health care directives.

4. Medical Supplies and Equipment:  Correctly follows procedures in utilizing medical equipment; reports malfunction or disrepair.

5. Dietary planning:  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

1. Vehicles:  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. 

2. Housekeeping:  Performs daily and seasonal housekeeping as directed; maintains neat, clean and safe environment; reports hazards or safety concerns.

3. Maintenance and Repair:  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.

4. Safety:  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:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.  Six months of experience in human services preferred. Must be 18 years of age.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations Required:

• Valid driver’s 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.

Blood Borne Pathogen Category:

• Job requires performance of duties that involve potential for exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. Tasks that do involve exposure are an expectation of employment.

Other Skills and Abilities:

Other Requirements:

• Travel required as needed

Physical Requirements:

• Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.