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We are seeking applicants for Personal Care Attendant position to work in our Adult Day Program to provide the care, safety, and supervision of the individuals who receive our services based on each client's needs.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Must be 18 years of age
- Must have a high school diploma or its equivalent
- Must have at least one year of experience working with adults with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities
- Must complete all required training as outlined by DDID regulations, including first aid and CPR certification
- Must be able to read, understand and implement written and oral instructions
- Must pass a criminal background check
- Must pass pre-employment and random drug testing
- Must have a valid driver's license, good driving record, and proof of auto insurance
- Must be available to work weekends and holidays
Responsibilities:
- Performs personal care for all participants as directed by the Participant Summary, caregiver’s request, staff’s request and participant’s request, as needed.
- Documents all personal care in the electric medical records system, Oasis, every day.
- Assist participants in the restrooms and with personal hygiene when necessary.
- Assist with administering medications at appropriate time(s); notifies management of any medication error.
- Relieves ADT staff for breaks, as needed.
- Prepares lunches for all participants with assistance from participants, as needed.
- Keeps kitchen, work areas and ADT areas clean daily.
- Works with individuals regarding their behavior issues and productivity.
- Supports and works with each individual to improve the quality, quantity and consistency of their work in the ADT area.
- Tracks individual goals and write daily notes for participants with individual goals on appropriate forms. Write monthly summaries when needed.
- Maintains absentee log and record in/out time for participants daily on the Daily Attendance Sheet.
- Assists with supervising participant groups in ADT. as needed.
- Cooperates and works as a team member with co-workers and supervisors. Treats co-workers and supervisors with respect. Promotes teamwork and maintains a positive attitude.
- Completes initial and annual training-(CPR, First Aid, Tb skin assessment, etc.) as directed by Agency policy and regulatory standards. Attends monthly staff meetings and additional staff development trainings as scheduled.
- Adheres to Agency policy and procedures. Maintains a consistent work attendance record. Limits use of calling off to a minimum and notifies direct supervisor in appropriate amount of time when unable to report to work.
- Fosters collaborative working relationships among members of the leadership and management teams and programs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits:
- Paid $$ Training
- Full-time positions include generous paid time off and holiday pay, and you may enroll in health, dental, vision, disability, life, accident insurance, 401k
- Job Types:
- Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:
Louisville, KY 40258: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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