Direct Support Caregiver

About the role

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day.

Responsibilities

• Deliver support per individual service/program plans, including socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, skill/behavioral development.
• Aid in daily activities: personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community integration, shopping, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
• Accurately document progress and activity; review records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans; maintain confidentiality.
• Manage individuals' assets: make cost-effective and appropriate purchases within the budget of the individual served and according to their choice/preference.
• Maintain healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians, and case managers; greet family members and other visitors; implement Sevita Customer Service Standards.
• Report any instance of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards; report medical, behavioral, and other incidents in accordance with Sevita policy and external requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality, respect the rights of persons being served, according to applicable the bill of rights; practice universal precautions; assist individuals in exercising their rights.
• Appoint and accompany individuals to medical appointments; relay orders and information to and from medical providers as required.
• If assigned, accurately administer or support self-administration of medication and document delivery of medications and treatments; promptly report administration errors; maintain appropriate security of controlled medications and other medications and supplies.
• Maintain individual's health; document health concerns; communicate with nurse or supervisor as appropriate; call 911 in the event of emergency; follow individual health care directives.
• Utilize medical equipment correctly; report malfunction or disrepair.
• Prepare or support individuals to prepare food in accordance with planned menus and individual choice; know special diets and prepare individual meals accordingly; monitor mealtime and correctly implement any dining plans.
• Attend orientation and ongoing training as directed; participate in monthly staff meetings.
• Work scheduled hours; arrive for work on time; stay on shift until replacement arrives; notify supervisor in advance when unable to work as scheduled or as soon as possible after the designated start time; fill in for other shifts where required without causing unapproved overtime, or in the event of emergency.
• Work together with others, value others contributions; be courteous; communicate openly; listen; and show respect to others.
• Comply with all established safety policies, procedures, and rules; report unsafe hazards to their supervisor and participate in safety related training or activities.
• Drive safely and according to local laws; ensure proper use of safety equipment including seat belts, lifts, and wheelchair ties; report accidents to appropriate authorities immediately; report accidents and safety concerns immediately to supervisor or maintenance personnel.
• Perform daily and seasonal housekeeping as directed; maintain neat, clean, and safe environment; report hazards or safety concerns.
• Monitor environmental safety and make minor repairs, change light bulbs, etc.; perform yard maintenance including keeping walkways safe and snow removal; report equipment or facilities requiring repairs to supervisor or maintenance personnel as required.
• Check water temperature as required when assisting with bathing; participate in safety drills and protect persons being served in the event of emergency.
• Perform other duties and activities as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Six months of experience in human services preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services.
• All state-required training(s) and certification(s) completed in mandated timeframes.
• Valid driver’s license, meet all insurance requirements, and be approved by management to be a driver for the company.
• At minimum, a High School Diploma/Equivalent is required.
• Employees must cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation.
• Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing in The State of New Jersey; however, in the event the person lives in another state and is commuting, they must have a valid driver’s license in good standing for the state in which they live.
• Employees must submit to drug testing prior to employment.
• Employees shall submit to drug testing randomly and for cause/suspicion.
• Employees must submit to criminal background checks, and be determined not to be disqualified by the Department of Human Services prior to working with individuals served.
• In addition to this, it is a requirement that all employees agree to have their name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities, as well as completing an application to have their name checked against the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI).
• Employees must successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in all areas of required trainings.
• Shall be at least 18 years of age.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.
• Proficiency in computer systems.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

REM Community Services offers competitive pay and benefits, including:

• Paid time off.
• Health insurance options.
• Pension plan.
• Retirement savings plan.

Pay

$21 per hour.

Schedule

Thursday, Friday 7am-3pm, every other weekend 8am-8pm.