What are the responsibilities and job description for the In Home Caregiver position at PennReach, Inc?
SCHEDULE
(Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10am-5pm)
Job description
PennReach is a non-profit who provides full service/in home care to individuals with special needs. We support individuals to live in apartments of their own in various affordable housing developments, as well as in our group homes in the state of New Jersey. Our goal is to not only provide individuals with housing, but to maintain the supports to give our residents the life they deserve
REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Driver’s license valid in the State of NJ with good driving record
- Shall be at least 18 years of age or older.
- Employee must cooperate with the licensee and Department staff in any inspection or investigation.
REQUIRED SKILL LEVEL:
- The ability to exercise good judgment and use common sense.
- The ability to remain calm in crisis situations.
- The ability to interact with a wide range of people.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Works a flexible 40 hour week. May be assigned to one or varied programs.
- Assists individuals, as necessary in daily living skills.
- Completes training with individuals toward IHP goals.
- Attends conferences, seminars and training relevant to the position.
- Administers medication and completes documentation of same.
- Accompanies individuals to and from appointments and activities.
- Builds a support network between the individuals and community members.
- Accurately completes all in-house documentation
- Participates in Circle(s) of Support for personal futures planning.
- Completes all duties as delegated by the Residential Manager/Assistant Residential Manager.
- Must successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in all areas of required training.
- Perform any and all duties requested of supervisor.
COVID-19 considerations:
PennReach is committed the safety and wellbeing of both our staff and consumers. All staff must wear masks provided by PennReach when reporting into work. Surveys must be completed and temperature checks are done every shift.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Home Health
Schedule:
- Day shift
COVID-19 considerations:
must be vaccinated against covid-19 or provide religious/medical exemption.
Application Question(s):
- Do you have reliable transportation?
- Please confirm you read the schedule which is (Mon, Wed, Fri 10am to 5pm).
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: One location
Salary : $17 - $-1