Special Needs Caregiver

Part-time evenings (2 pm – 10 pm), every other weekend and one evening per week, plus every Friday and every other Thursday and Saturday.

Pay

$16.59 – $21.60/hour (based on experience).

Benefits

• Comprehensive industry-leading benefits package
• Vacation time, flex time, and paid holidays (full-time & part-time regular staff only)
• Discounted grocery gift cards
• Discounts for onsite daycare
• Free gym and pool membership
• Paid lunch break (full-time & part-time regular staff only)
• Cell-phone discounts, shoe discount, and discounted tickets for movies, theme parks, hotels, and more
• Employer-matched retirement savings with free financial planning (full-time & part-time regular staff only)
• Employer-sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition and educational reimbursement, leadership and mentorship programs

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including work, recreation, and transportation
• Maintain a safe and loving home-like atmosphere
• Develop and implement a monthly activity calendar and meal plan in collaboration with staff and resident input
• Communicate with Program Manager/Program Specialist, co-workers, and guardians about resident progress and individual support plans
• Maintain and update resident records for compliance with regulations
• Attend in-service and required training programs; complete 24 hours of annual training relevant to human services
• Maintain current certifications in medication training, CPR, and first aid
• Assist Program Manager/Specialist with interviewing, supervising, and assessing potential consumers for admission
• Evaluate and analyze resident strengths and weaknesses to determine future career possibilities
• Provide educational materials for residents based on areas of remediation
• Function as liaison between residents, family members, medical and professional personnel, and job supervisors
• Collaborate with Program Manager/Specialist on the development, coordination, and review of individual support plans
• Ensure accurate distribution and documentation of medication to residents

Requirements

• High school graduate and at least 18 years of age
• Good written, oral, organizational, and basic computer skills
• Act 33 Clearance (completed upon employment)
• Current and valid PA Driver’s License