Caregiver

· Completing housekeeping tasks such as vacuuming, washing dishes and tidying

· Helping plan client appointments and organize a schedule

· Organizing with transportation arrangements to appointments

· Shopping for groceries and Household essentials with Client

· Encouraging client engagement in social networks and communities

· Assist client with daily life necessities i.e paying bills, managing money

Positively represent Skills to Succeed.  Uphold agency values.  Understand and follow through with agency systems and protocols.  Follow agency policies and procedures.  Communicate positively and clearly with your supervisor and coworkers.  Meet established timelines and deadlines.  Maintain satisfactory attendance to work shifts, staff meetings and other assigned agency functions.  Complete needed trainings by established deadlines.  Maximize and responsibly utilize agency and community resources.  Complete duties assigned by supervisor or designee. Qualifications:  High School diploma or GED  Experience working with individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities; prefer 3-5 years.  Ability to pass criminal/registry background checks  Clear tuberculosis screening  A valid driver’s license & insured vehicle  Ability to pass and maintain required trainings such as CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration and Positive Behavioral Support Training Working Conditions: DSPs work in a changing environment that adjusts to the needs of the individuals in program services. The environment may be fast-paced with interruptions, distractions and deadlines. DSPs need to be flexible and be able to adjust to changing needs or activities. Depending on the needs of the individuals, the work can be physically demanding including transferring or supporting people with mobility needs, lifting or moving items up to 50 lbs, walking or standing for extended periods of time or providing support through CPR/First Aid, behavioral support, and other interventions. DSPs must have an insured vehicle in good working order to utilize for incidental transportation required for staff and program participants to and from community activities. Required Trainings: New Employee Orientation, Intro to Developmental Disabilities, CPR/First Aid, Positive Behavior Supports, Medication Administration, Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation, Blood Borne Pathogens, Person-Centered Planning, HIPAA/Privacy & Confidentiality, and any other assigned trainings. I have read and understand the position description as written. I also understand that this position may be updated to more accurately reflect the position.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18