Direct Care Staff

Carter Clinic

P.A. TITLE

Direct Care Staff Job Descriptions (Fayetteville ICF/IDD/ )

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

_: _ _ _ Carter Clinic P.A. is a that provides services based on the developmental model and the principle of normalization for special needs persons or persons with related conditions, but not limited to these duties.

JOB RESPONSIBILITES

When on duty, record important information about the residents. Keep accurate data on residents. Maintain a home-like environment Administer medication and medical care when needed. Prepare and serve meals with the help, if applicable, of those residents who are physically able. Assist in keeping the home clean and laundry done. Safeguard equipment and supplies in the home. Maintain close contact with the Home Manager and refer all problems to the administrator. Be aware of resident's rights and honor those rights. Follow scheduled activities. Participation in In-Service Training and other conferences related to assigned duties is mandatory. Responsible for care and development of residents. Assist residents in the development of self-help skills (personal care and hygiene skills such as cleanliness, grooming, dressing, etc.), social skills (etiquette and social relationships), and other activities. Transport residents to and from support center, shopping trips, recreational activities and other events.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a high school graduate and/or 18 years of age or older . Must have a valid driver's licenses. Must have a copy of driving record Must have a copy of Social Security Card Must Pass Drug Screening Must Have Criminal Background Check Must have work experience with the atypical populations; preferably the individual with special needs, seizure disorder, and/or developmental disabilities But Willing to Train Must be in good physical, mental, and emotional health. Must be willing to improve abilities by taking suitable courses offered in the local community and attending workshops related to the management of homes and training of the special need individual.

CORE COMPETENICES REQUIRED FOR DIRECT CARE STAFFS

All training programs shall be provided, and at a minimum, shall consist of the following: CPI Holding Skills Medication Administration General organizational orientation; Training on client rights and confidentiality Training to meet needs of the client as specified in the Individual Program Plan; Training in infectious control diseases and blood borne pathogens. CPR/1st AID At least one staff member shall be trained in basic first aid and seizure management, currently trained and provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation and trained in the Heimlich maneuver or the other first aid techniques such as those provided by The American Red Cross, The American Heart Association or other equivalence for relieving airway obstruction. The governing body shall develop and implement policies and procedures for identifying, reporting, investigating, and controlling infectious and communicable diseases of personnel and consumers. Direct Care Staff shall be supervised by Home Manager and Qualified Professional There shall be no privileging requirements for Direct Care Staff. Direct Care Staff shall demonstrate knowledge, skills and abilities required by the population served. At such time as competency-based employment system is established by rule making, then qualified professionals and associate professionals shall demonstrate competence. Competence shall be demonstrated by exhibiting core skills including: a) Technical Knowledge b) Cultural Awareness c) Analytical skills d) Decision Making e) Interpersonal skills f) Communication skills g) Clinical skills

SALARY RANGE

Start at $13.50 hour ' '

Work Remotely No Job Types:

Part-time, Full-time Pay:

From $13.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Preferred) Shift availability: Overnight Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person