Direct Care staff provide interaction, guidance, and supervision to the residents with brain or spinal cord injuries by performing a variety of tasks in the areas of personal care, rehabilitative care, and crisis management. Direct Care staff members report to the Shift Supervisor and/or the Staffing Coordinator.
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Home-like atmosphere.
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We have consistent, long-term residents which gives us the opportunity to build relationships with them and their family members.
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Caregivers get to perform higher level procedures than they would at many other facilities.
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It is very rewarding to see brain-injured people progress through their therapy programs to improve their independence and quality of life.
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Our resident-to-staff ratio is much lower than other places (1 staff to every 4 residents).
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This job is mentally stimulating due to a multitude of learning opportunities.
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Must be good with people, compassionate, a good communicator, and able to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of the people we serve.
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Must be able to work well with others as part of a team.
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Must be able to take initiative to complete assigned duties without direct supervision and handle changing and emergency situations.
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Must provide proof of High School diploma, GED, or newest certificate of education.
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Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds of freestanding weight, be in good physical condition with no physical limitations that would prevent perform the essential duties of this position.
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Must pass a physical exam with drug screen, and TB test.
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Must possess a valid drivers license.
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Must pass a criminal history and personal background check.
*** A criminal background check will be done on all new employees ***
Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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All aspects of personal care (toileting, showering, oral care, personal care, nail care, vital signs, and weights).
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Medication administration (oral, per gastric tube, wound dressing changes, finger stick blood sugars, tube feedings, tracheostomy care, ensure rehab programs are being done daily).
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One and two person transfers including the use of mechanical lifts.
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Provide social interaction to residents.
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Light housekeeping and laundry.
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Some meal preparation, special diet orders.
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Required computerized documentation.
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Maintain confidentiality of medical records and personal information according to HIPPA (State and Federal) guidelines.
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Restock resident supplies as needed.
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Maintain tidy and organized supply storage.
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Assist residents in scheduling and attending person-centered activities in the community.
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Provide opportunities for activities in various setting and transportation as needed.
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Attend appointments and outings with residents.
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Demonstrate the importance of community involvement, social interactions, and maintaining positive relationships.
Rights, Dignity, and Respect
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Implement time, space, and opportunity for privacy.
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Maintain strict confidentiality of all personal information concerning resident(s).
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Advocate for and respect resident(s) rights.
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Treat all residents(s), families, coworkers, supervisors, and support staff with dignity and respect.
Safety, Security, Environmental, Health
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Follow all policies and procedures regarding safety in all environments.
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Notify appropriate supervisor of any health or safety concerns or specific needs a resident has.
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Attend all staff meetings and/or safety meetings or trainings.
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Maintain an environment that is HEALTHY, HAPPY, SAFE, PEACEFUL, AND COMFORTABLE.
