Direct Support Professionals/ Caregiver
Location
Tacoma, WA | United States
Job description
Welcome to Dungarvin Support Living, formerly known as Aacres. Are you looking to make a difference and create meaningful connections? We specialize in providing in-home support to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Join our team and be a part of an organization that strives to improve the quality of life for the individuals we serve.
What we have to offer:
Full Range Scale : $17.50 - $18.50
- Schedule: Variety of shifts
- Full-Time or Part-Time
- Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for full-time employees
- Supplemental Insurance
- Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for full-time employees
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance for full-time employees
- 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of services
- PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
- PTO Donation
- Growth and Development Opportunities
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- National Brand Discounts
- Pay Active – access up to 50% of your pay before payday
- PAID training and orientation
Job Description
- Planning outings and activities. Personal care and hygiene tasks
- Monitor health needs, including medications, special diets, and notify supervisor of any outstanding needs.
- Home care, shopping, and meal preparation
- Setting goals and learning new skills and hobbies
- Assist in developing positive behavior supports by providing feedback about individual's preferences
- Participate in the formulation and implementation of individual treatment plans including data collection, report-writing participation in treatment team meeting and carrying out treatment team recommendations
- Provide Lift and Transfer assistance (may include non-ambulatory individuals) requiring ability to carry and maneuver up to 50 or more pounds of unbalanced weight
- Building healthy habits and relationships
- Supporting positive behavior and boundaries
- Maintaining well-being and safety by following plans and reporting guidelines
Qualifications
- Be 18+ years or older
- 1 year of caregiving expereince (preferred)
- Excellent written and verbal English language skills
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Equal Opportunity Employer
3/8/24
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