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Sample Schedules Days:
Sunday 6:00am
- 10:00pm, Monday
- Wednesday 2:00pm
- 10:00pm
Days:
Wednesday
- Friday 2:00pm
- 10:00pm, Saturday 6:00am
- 10:00pm
Days:
Monday
Overnights:
Various schedules 10:00pm
- 8:00am
- Candidates should speak with their recruiter to understand which schedules are currently available.
Responsibilities Aid with personal care for all individuals in the home as needed including, but not limited to, toileting, bathing, dressing and hygiene needs. Drive large-capacity vehicles to provide transportation to individuals living in the home to/from training center, medical appointments, home visits and any community outing. Comply with all DOT regulations and local laws relating to operation of a vehicle. Administer prescribed medications, monitor self-administrations of medications, follow protocol for disposal of medications, maintain medication count and communicate with pharmacy as needed. Treat all people with dignity and respect, ensuring all personal rights are met including communicating in a friendly and professional manner with all people, including individuals in the home, coworkers, visitors and customers. Implement active treatment including areas of self-help, daily living, social skills, leisure activities and community inclusion for all individuals in the home. Safely lift, transfer and reposition all individuals in the home as outlined in daily schedules. Use of proper body mechanics and correct physical management techniques to reduce the risk of injury to self or others. Ensure safety for individuals in the home during mealtimes including preparation of food, diet textures, dietary restrictions, adaptive mealtime equipment and feeding assistance. Complete housekeeping duties daily to ensure a safe and clean environment. This includes but is not limited to washing dishes, stripping and making beds, laundry, taking out trash, cleaning bathrooms and kitchens, mopping and sweeping. Ensure adequate supervision of individuals in the home. This may include staying past regularly scheduled hours until staff arrive for the next shift or back-up staffing is arranged. Report to work during inclement weather to ensure adequate supervision and care of all individuals in the home. This may include sheltering in place during a hurricane. Education/Certification/Licensure
