Caregiver

We are currently looking for candidates who possess a background in the following areas: Medical Assistants, CNA’s, HHA’s and Caregivers to work within an organization that serves individuals with developmental disabilities. Interested candidates will promote positive self-esteem of residents in a home atmosphere through consistent positive interactions, support, encouragement, and unconditional respect of individual rights.

Responsibilities:

• Work with individuals with mental or developmental disabilities
• Assist clients with daily personal tasks, including bathing and dressing
• Helping plan client appointments and organize a schedule
• Organize transportation arrangements to appointments
• Encourage client engagement in social networks and communities
• Adhere to the organizations Code of Ethics
• Effectively communicate and support the organization values
• Accurately document service provision, daily notes, and other information as required

Qualifications:

• Must have no disciplinary action on file for past 12 months
• Healthcare experience required

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds or more
• Daily standing, bending and lift
• Must be able to stand for at least eight hours at a time

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

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