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Assist clients in learning to be independent. Assist clients with daily living skills; this includes personal hygiene, mobility and dietary. Assist and monitor clients with self-medication program.
Provide vocational and life skills training individualized to client needs.
Read and follow individuals service plans as written with any short term or immediate changes communicated.
Transport clients in a safe manner.
Serve as member of the client centered team.
Communicate client concerns and accomplishments to appropriate team members.
Attend all required meetings, committees, and staffing.
Complete paperwork/electronic records necessary to accomplish regulatory compliance and maximize client progress toward goals.
Document and communicate on the computer system as required.
Based on your specific position, evening, overnight, weekend and holiday work is required.
May be required to obtain a CDL drivers license (Day Services only)Serve as a role model of appropriate socialization, interaction and communication skills.
Promote self-advocacy and choice.
Enhance communication abilities.
Adhere to all agency policies and procedures, such as Confidentiality, Abuse/Neglect and Code of Ethics.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
Stay up to-date on required training.
Other duties as assigned.
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KREIDER SERVICES, INC.
Direct Support Professional - Overnights Wasson
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What they do
A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
$32,347 / year median in Illinois
+23% projected growth
Job Description
PHILOSOPHIES THAT GOVERN THIS JOB
We are client focused We pursue the capabilities of each individual We teach appropriate choice and independence We provide an atmosphere free of discrimination, abuse and neglect We treat individuals with dignity and respect. We promote an atmosphere of learningGENERAL JOB DUTIES
Adirect support professionalassists clients served to lead a self-directed life and contribute to the community, assists with activities of daily living if needed, and encourages attitudes and behaviors that enhance community inclusion.ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Teach, train and promote independence with the individuals we serve.Assist clients in learning to be independent. Assist clients with daily living skills; this includes personal hygiene, mobility and dietary. Assist and monitor clients with self-medication program.
Provide vocational and life skills training individualized to client needs.
Read and follow individuals service plans as written with any short term or immediate changes communicated.
Transport clients in a safe manner.
Serve as member of the client centered team.
Communicate client concerns and accomplishments to appropriate team members.
Attend all required meetings, committees, and staffing.
Complete paperwork/electronic records necessary to accomplish regulatory compliance and maximize client progress toward goals.
Document and communicate on the computer system as required.
Based on your specific position, evening, overnight, weekend and holiday work is required.
May be required to obtain a CDL drivers license (Day Services only)Serve as a role model of appropriate socialization, interaction and communication skills.
Promote self-advocacy and choice.
Enhance communication abilities.
Adhere to all agency policies and procedures, such as Confidentiality, Abuse/Neglect and Code of Ethics.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES
Maintain a safe, clean work environment, free from harm or danger to self and others.Stay up to-date on required training.
Other duties as assigned.