Job Summary

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.

Reasons to Work for Us

  • Home-like atmosphere.

  • We have consistent, long-term residents which gives us the opportunity to build relationships with them and their family members.

  • Caregivers get to perform higher level procedures than they would at many other facilities.

  • It is very rewarding to see brain-injured people progress through their therapy programs to improve their independence and quality of life.

  • Our resident-to-staff ratio is much lower than other places (1 staff to every 4 residents).

  • This job is mentally stimulating due to a multitude of learning opportunities.

Qualifications

  • 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.

  • Must be able to work well with others as part of a team.

  • Must be able to take initiative to complete assigned duties without direct supervision and handle changing and emergency situations.

  • Must provide proof of High School diploma, GED, or newest certificate of education.

  • 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.

  • Must pass a physical exam with drug screen, and TB test.

  • Must possess a valid drivers license.

  • Must pass a criminal history and personal background check.

*** A criminal background check will be done on all new employees ***

NOTE: Public Act 29 of 2006, prohibits the hiring of employees who have direct access of residents, their property, medical records, or financial information for 15 years with a felony conviction after completion of sentence and 1-10 years for a misdemeanor depending on the type of offense.

Job Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • All aspects of personal care (toileting, showering, oral care, personal care, nail care, vital signs, and weights).

  • Medication administration (oral, per gastric tube, wound dressing changes, finger stick blood sugars, tube feedings, tracheostomy care, ensure rehab programs are being done daily).

  • One and two person transfers including the use of mechanical lifts.

  • Provide social interaction to residents.

  • Light housekeeping and laundry.

  • Some meal preparation, special diet orders.

  • Required computerized documentation.

  • Maintain confidentiality of medical records and personal information according to HIPPA (State and Federal) guidelines.

  • Restock resident supplies as needed.

  • Maintain tidy and organized supply storage.

Community Involvement

  • Assist residents in scheduling and attending person-centered activities in the community.

  • Provide opportunities for activities in various setting and transportation as needed.

  • Attend appointments and outings with residents.

  • Demonstrate the importance of community involvement, social interactions, and maintaining positive relationships.

Rights, Dignity, and Respect

  • Implement time, space, and opportunity for privacy.

  • Maintain strict confidentiality of all personal information concerning resident(s).

  • Advocate for and respect resident(s) rights.

  • Treat all residents(s), families, coworkers, supervisors, and support staff with dignity and respect.

Safety, Security, Environmental, Health

  • Follow all policies and procedures regarding safety in all environments.

  • Notify appropriate supervisor of any health or safety concerns or specific needs a resident has.

  • Attend all staff meetings and/or safety meetings or trainings.

  • Maintain an environment that is HEALTHY, HAPPY, SAFE, PEACEFUL, AND COMFORTABLE.