Caregiver/Direct Care Provider (PRN)
Centre for Neuro Skills · Bakersfield, CA · 3 wk ago
OTHR$23/hrFull-time
About the role
As a Caregiver/Direct Care provider at CNS, you will supervise and directly train patients with traumatic brain injuries in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and therapeutic home programs. You'll work in a beautiful residential apartment/home‑like setting, offering skilled instruction and supervision, and you’ll have the chance to engage patients in social, recreational, shopping, and entertainment activities in the community. CNS is a community of “Pathfinders” dedicated to easing human suffering, helping individuals rebuild their lives, and fostering a supportive work environment through selflessness, innovation, hard work, fun, and professional development.
Responsibilities
- Teach, monitor, administer and document individual patient programs including ADLs and therapeutic home programs in English.
- Perform bed, bath, toilet, and chair transfers (up to 20 times per shift) using approved transfer techniques.
- Ensure the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and yourself when interacting with patients who may have behavioral outbursts, which can include yelling, exiting, hitting, kicking, biting, spitting, scratching, and throwing objects.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
- Required to have a valid Driver's License with a clean driving record.
- Successful completion of a drug screen, health screen, and criminal record check (fingerprints) for caregiver positions.
Benefits
- Competitive Caregiver starting wage of $23.00/hr.
- Opportunity to earn up to $25.25/hr. within six months through our continuing education program.
- Daily Pay! – access your earnings immediately after you complete your shift.
- Continuing education program to earn bonuses and increase wages after just one month of employment.