The caregiver will support individuals in meeting their personal outcomes and assist them in various daily activities, including health and safety, personal hygiene, and domestic responsibilities. They will also ensure the safety of individuals during emergencies and provide necessary support for community integration.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license with an F endorsement, and basic computer skills. Ongoing background checks and random drug screenings are also required.
high schoolData RecordingMedication AdministrationBehavior ManagementVehicle MaintenanceTransportationChoice MakingCommunity IntegrationEmergency ProceduresHealth And SafetyPersonal HygieneCrisis PreventionUniversal PrecautionsInterpersonal RelationshipsWork HabitsDomestic ResponsibilityPositive Life Style ChoicesSupport Individual Outcomes
Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
Head
Quarters -
Chattanooga,
TN 37404Position
Type:
DSPEducation
Level:
High
School or
EquivalentSalary
Range: $16.50 - $17.50
HourlyJob
Shift:
FlexibleJob
Category: Health CareThis is a full-fime DSP position in the ICF department with various shifts and work site locations available. Immediate placement to be in position most needed as determined by hiring manager. Permanent shift and work-site to be determined during 90 day probationery period.
Essential
DUTIES
AND
Responsibilities: I.
HEALTH
AND
Safety/Care
Responsibilities: A.
Programming
Outcomes: 1. Support individuals in meeting their personal outcomes
2. Monitor and record data on personal outcomes
B.
Supporting
Roles (for the individuals): 1. Provide the appropriate level of support the situation requires according to individual support plan or health status
2. Support individuals in choice making 3. Support and assist the individuals in their work, social and leisure activities
4. Support and assist community integration
5. Support family relationships 6. Remain on shift until the relief person arrives
7. Be attentive to and report any health and safety concerns of individuals
8. Ensure the safety of all individuals in case of emergency events, such as fire, tornado, and armed intruder
9. Follow emergency procedures accurately and promptly, such as CPR, First Aid, Heimlich Maneuver, and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) 10.Observe and record accurate information on seizure reports
11.Practice Universal Precautions
12.Support individuals at healthcare appointments
13.Support positive life style choices 14.Administer medications accurately and in accordance with agency policy and procedures according to individual program plan
15.Physical ability to assist in Hydrotherapy Pool (hot and humid conditions) and recreational pool according to individual program plan
16.Keep all chemicals and cleaners securely locked up
17.Complete all required documentation per shift
C.
Personal
Hygiene: 1. Perform all personal hygiene in a private setting
2. Assist in bathing, hair care, dental hygiene, and shaving
3. Keep personal care boxes stocked, clean and in order
4. Assist in fingernail care
5. Assist with dressing and undressing
6. Assist with individuals selecting appropriate, clean, seasonal clothes
7. Assist with toileting and changing adult briefs
8. Utilize mechanical lifts according to individual program plan
9. Complete all required documentation per shift
D.
Physical
Requirements: 1. Utilize proper lifting techniques in all areas
2. Ability to lift, move, and position individuals according to Physical Therapy guidelines according to individual program plans
3. Ability to bend, stoop, and squat
4. Ability to push, pull, reach, and stretch
5. Ability to run as needed in emergency situations
6. Ability to work in noisy environments, indoor and outdoor as needed
7. See Work Capacity Addendum, effective November 16, 2012
II. DOMESTIC RESPONSIBILITY – assist and support the
Individual in the following duties: A. Laundry 1. Wash and dry individual’s clothing and household linens 2. Fold and iron clothes 3. Maintain clothing inventories 4. Label clothes B.
Kitchen
1. Prepare snacks and meals per individual guidelines
2. Clean kitchen, eating area, and wash dishes after meals
3. Sweep, mop and empty trash daily
4. Clean major appliances as needed 5. Check expiration dates of food and discard expired items
6. Ensure thermometers are visible and accurate in all refrigerators and freezers
C.
Bedrooms
1. Ensure closets and drawers are organized 2. Make beds daily, change linen when needed, at least weekly 3. Dust, sweep and mop daily D. Bathrooms 1. Keep bathroom stocked with towels, soap, and toilet paper
2. Clean sink, toilet, shower/bathtub, counter, mirror, and equipment daily
3. Sweep, mop and empty trash daily E.
Community, work and classroom areas: 1. Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust daily 2. Empty trash and recycling containers daily
3. Clean trash cans as needed 4. Take trash cans to street or dumpster
6. Disinfect common and shared surfaces and items daily
7. Be alert to and report maintenance needs and safety concerns
F.
Maintain
Equipment: 1. Clean and care for wheelchairs and cushions daily
2. Change air filters as needed 3. Unstop backed-up toilets 4. Ensure wheelchair and mechanical lift batteries are charged daily
5. Clean and care for all heavy equipment and machinery as required
6. Be alert to and report any equipment and machinery needs or safety concerns immediately
III. TRANSPORTATION AND VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 1. Purchase fuel for vehicles per OGC fueling guidelines
2. Safely secure passengers who use wheelchairs in vehicles per OGC policy
3. Operate vehicle wheelchair lifts safely per OGC guidelines
4. Support individuals in arranging transportation for appointments and events and while riding in the vehicle 5. Maintain a valid driver's license with an F endorsement and liability insurance (if driving personal cars for OGC purposes); inform agency immediately if license or insurance is revoked, suspended or expired
6. Drive vehicle safely per environmental conditions and defensive driving guidelines
7. Keep exterior and interior of vehicle clean 8. No eating, drinking, or smoking allowed in vehicles at any time
9. Use of cellphone or other electronic devices is not allowed while driving an OGC vehicle per OGC policy
10. Keep vehicle fuel tank at least ½ full at all times
11. Become familiar with local community routes, roads, major sites, and attractions 12. Know the location and the proper use of safety equipment present in an OGC vehicle (e.g. First aid kit, web cutter, triangles, etc.)
13. Complete a daily vehicle pre-trip inspection to insure that vehicle is safe and legal to drive. Report any discovered defects or problems to Transportation Dept. immediately per OGC policy
14. Complete a post-trip inspection at the end of every trip to ensure that no passenger is ever left in vehicle unattended per OGC policy
15. Operate vehicle per local, state and federal laws and per OGC policy
13. Accident Reporting policy (employee and individual)
14. Emergency Procedures
B.
Training
1. Orientation/Annual Refresher
2. Person Centered Training
3. Behavioral Management programs
4. Crisis Prevention techniques
5. First Aid & CPR
6. Physical & Nutritional Management
7. Defensive driving
8. Needs Specific to Individuals
9. Universal Precautions
10. Right to Know
11. Positive Behavior Supports
12. On-line Training
C.
Paperwork and
Documentation: (Timely reporting required per company policies) 1. Leave request 2. Behavior incident reports (reportable & non-reportable)
3. Seizure reports
4. Accident/Injury reports
5. Timesheets (employee and individuals)
6. Mileage sheets
7. Leave request
8. Daily notes
9. Data collection sheets
10. Flow sheets
11. Receipts
12. Any personal documentation on individuals such as Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), Medication Administration Records (MARs) and Communication Books
V. Expectations a.
Interpersonal
Relationships: 1. Ability to recognize and provide what level of supervision or assistance is needed by individuals to encourage and support independence
2. Respect the privacy and all personal rights of the individuals
3. Express self without losing emotional control and in a professional manner
4. Be open-minded, allowing others to have different opinions 5. Act as a mediator during individuals' disputes 6. Treats others with dignity, respect and courtesy while listening and interacting with them. Use a calm and respectful tone of voice while maintaining a professional relationship
7. Support individuals by being their encourager, counselor, teacher and advocate 8. Become familiar with individuals and through interaction observation
9. Maintain professional relationships with the individual, support team members, and community partners, while following the DSP code of ethics
10. Communicate respectfully toward supervisor, all staff, family members and individuals
11. Demonstrate good problem solving and judgment skills
B.
Work
Habits: 1. Consistently complete given responsibilities on time and within policy guidelines
2. Focus on work assignments without personal distractions
3. Be alert and ready to work
4. Arrive promptly to work and work required shift hours
5. Initiative is vital. Must be responsible to complete duties without being reminded and follow through to completion
6. Immediately report any suspicion or knowledge of neglect, abuse, or wrongdoing
7. Respect the individual’s home and work space and create a warm environment for them
8. Follow written bus duty schedule and guidelines
9. Be trustworthy and maintain confidentiality
10. Be a team player
11. Have a positive attitude while representing Orange Grove in all work environments
12. Attend all scheduled meetings
This job description is written to cover the basics and the majority of the specifics of the position. However, there may be other duties that arise, or which may be assigned by your supervisor, that will be your responsibility. QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
REQUIREMENTS: A standard high school diploma or GED is required. An acceptable three-year Motor Vehicle Report is required Social Security Card is required Driver's license with F endorsement, if a not a Georgia or Alabama license Basic computer skills required Ability to read and write the English language On-going background checks and random drug and alcohol screenings Driver's license with F endorsement, if a not a
Georgia or
Alabama license
Physical
REQUIREMENTS: Successful completion of the required physical examination by an approved Orange Grove physician. The physical demands vary from residence to residence. Some of them require frequent lifting and others require little. Specifics about the position in question will be addressed later in the description. All applicants are required to have a physical and be found to be in good physical health.
Required
Work
Hours: 7-12 hours per day 5 days per week
Overtime may be included
NOTE: Occasionally means activity may be performed 1% to 33% of the workday Frequently means the activity may be performed 34% to 66% of the workday Continuously means the activity may be performed 67% to 100% of the workday
