What are the responsibilities and job description for the Live-in Caregiver position at Easyhiring?
We are a recruiting company EasyHiring looking for candidates for the position of Live-in Caregiver in Everett, WA for our partners.
Schedule: This is a live-in position, with some weekends off.
Time Off: about 20 hours throughout the work week; two 3-day weekends per month
Our established shared living home program is in search of an experienced and compassionate Live-in Caregiver (this role will require you to move-in with the family) who will meet the needs of one young woman and one young gentleman (brother and sister) with developmental disabilities. We are looking for a committed individual who will provide a safe and caring home environment while helping them maintain a high quality of life.
Required Qualifications:
· Home Care Aide (HCA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Nursing (LPN/RN) OR
· 75 hours training for HCA Certification
· Current CPR/first aid and blood borne pathogens class
· Maintain HCA Certification with 12 hours of continuing education per year
· 1 years experience with developmental disabilities
· Must be comfortable with aquatic pets
· Must be comfortable with feline pets
Preferred Qualifications:
· Facilitate social interaction between the Residents
· Supportive, open and timely communication with the guardians
· Able to manage a schedule and stay organized
· Mentor and teacher of basic household skills to foster independence
· Willingness to work with outside resources including day programs, job coaches and any other specialists
· Excellent communication and problem solving skills
· Enjoy outside activities and recreation
· Previous experience as a live-in caregiver/HCA
Essential Functions, include but not limited to:
· Assist the Residents with personal care including dressing, bathing, administering medication and personal hygiene, as needed
· Transport Residents to appointments/activities as needed
· Prepare healthy meals and snacks within the Resident’s dietary needs
· Maintain a clean and tidy home
· Supervise and/or administer medications daily
· Maintain open communication with families regarding resident’s physical and emotional condition
· Manage the household operations including food purchases, cooking, laundry assist, light cleaning, reporting of any maintenance issues to the landlord
· Ensure financial expenditures are managed within the prescribed budget
· Follow any prescribed activities or routines as outlined by the families.
· Listen and assist with problem solving
· Ensure a successful hand-off to the weekend/backup caregiver
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: On the road