Caregiver

LIFE, Inc. - Halifax; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Direct Support Professional to provide essential care and support to clients. This part-time role involves assisting clients with daily self-care tasks, monitoring their well-being, and ensuring their safety during activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to client care and the ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team. With competitive pay and opportunities for growth, this position offers a rewarding chance to make a significant impact in the lives of those you support.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Longevity Bonus

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older with a valid NC Driver's License.
• Experience in personal care and client monitoring is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with self-care tasks including dressing and bathing.
• Monitor clients during meals and assist with dietary needs.
• Implement prescribed behavior programs and safety procedures.

Skills

Client Monitoring

Personal Care Assistance

Medication Administration

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Title: Direct Support Professional Shift Details: Part Time 2nd Shift

Compensation: $17.50/hour

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED
• NC Driver's License
• 21 years of age or older

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Medical Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Longevity Bonus (paid on hire date each year)
• Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

• Assist and monitor clients while dressing, bathing, toileting, and in all other aspects of self-care.
• Assist and monitor clients during meals to ensure utilization of family style dining.
• Assist and monitor clients in all aspects of housekeeping responsibilities (Clothing care, house cleaning, and yard care).
• Assist and monitor clients in preparing meals and nutritional supplements.
• Assist and monitor clients in the administration of prescribed medication without error.
• Assist and monitor clients in the implementation of prescribed diet orders and utilization of adaptive equipment
• Implement and follow all established behavior programs, data collection, and established safety procedures.
• Assist and monitor clients in appropriate active treatment including training objective plans, recording data, and implementing service goals.
• Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team and to communicate appropriate clients information as directed by supervisory staff.
• Transport and monitor clients on Company vehicles as directed.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.