Aging in Place Technician

Givens Communities; United Kingdom; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Givens Home First is seeking a dedicated Aging in Place Technician to enhance the lives of community members through tailored assessments and home modifications. This role involves collaboration with various departments to ensure safety and comfort for residents, promoting independent living. Join a forward-thinking team committed to improving the aging experience in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Bonus Program

Educational Assistance

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a handy worker or skilled laborer.
• Knowledge of aging processes and Durable Medical Equipment functions.

Responsibilities

• Assess individuals' needs and recommend updates for independent living.
• Coordinate home modifications based on safety and functional needs.
• Educate community members on medical equipment use.

Skills

Public Relations

Inventory Control

Computer Skills

Education

Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS)

Job description

Join our growing team at Givens Home First! Come meet our new leadership team that is working hard to make Givens Home First a top-performing organization. At Givens, you'll find a team committed to the care of our clients and supporting our mission to expand the possibilities of aging by improving lives through communities, services, and outreach. This is a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package. Our Aging in Place program is driven by in-depth safety assessments and thoughtful home modifications, empowering residents to thrive in the comfort of their own homes. Givens promotes diversity and belonging by aligning our words with actions so that everyone is welcomed and treated with dignity and respect. We continuously seek innovative approaches to achieve our sustainability goals and practices to protect our natural resources. Our collective mindset is to ensure our communities remain forward-thinking and progressive as our residents seek a purpose-driven life. Purpose. Passion. Possibilities.

What you'll get:

• Access to our employee assistance program
• Referral bonus program
• Educational assistance & professional development opportunities
• Fast-growing nonprofit with many advancement opportunities
• Plus so much more!

Givens Home First is hiring a PRN Aging in Place Technician to join our team. As an Aging in Place Technician, you will collaborate with the Program Director to assess community members and their homes, making recommendations to enable and empower them to live independently, comfortably, and safely. Driven by evidence-based research, you will implement modifications in accordance with policies, procedures, and best practices, striving to meet and exceed Givens Home First standards. This position starts as needed, with potential to grow into part-time or full-time roles.

What you'll do:

• Assess individuals' abilities, challenges, and needs holistically, recommending updates to support independent living
• Coordinate with relevant departments and vendors for home modifications based on safety and functional needs
• Identify, recommend, purchase, and oversee installation of furnishings and equipment to enhance aging in place
• Educate community members on the proper use of medical equipment
• Follow best practices during home assessments
• Manage stockroom and inventory
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors

What you'll need:

• Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) certification is highly desirable but not required
• Basic inventory control and computer skills
• Experience as a handy worker or skilled laborer supporting equipment installation and home modifications
• Knowledge of aging processes and proper use of DME
• Good public relations and office skills
• Valid North Carolina Driver's License and insured vehicle (eligible for mileage reimbursement)
• Understanding of aging processes and Durable Medical Equipment functions

Compensation ranges from $23.00 to $25.00 per hour, based on experience.

Curious about Givens? We're a senior housing organization with a heart, committed to providing housing to seniors of all socioeconomic backgrounds across Western North Carolina for over 40 years. We currently operate four communities—two life plan and two affordable—and have plans for more in the future.