Activities Assistant

NeuLife Rehabilitation; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

NeuLife Rehabilitation of Kentucky II seeks a Direct Care Worker to support adults with traumatic brain injuries. You will assist with daily living, mobility, meals, and community integration under supervision, promoting independence and dignity.

A valid driver’s license and clean driving record are required, with in-house training provided. The role emphasizes teamwork, documentation, and adherence to care plans, with a Monday–Friday shift from 7:45am to 4:15pm.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Completion of all required training.
• Previous experience in supporting individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Ability to relate well with consumers, families, and program staff.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Exercise judgment and initiative in providing services to consumers.
• Follow oral and written directions.
• Provide support for persons with potentially aggressive behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate activities on assigned shifts (outings, games, meals, chores).
• Assist with training activities per care plan and schedule.
• Provide direct care including hygiene, dining skills, and community integration.
• Assist with mobility and transportation as needed.
• Assist with meals and promote social skills and dignity during meals.
• Attend in-service trainings and maintain safety and cleanliness.
• Document daily reports and ensure HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

Join our team as a Direct Care Worker!
Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of adults with Traumatic Brain Injuries? At NeuLife Rehabilitation of Kentucky II, we're more than just a workplace; we're a community committed to compassion, quality care, and supporting both our persons served and our team. If you're passionate about helping others and want to grow professionally in a supportive, best-practice environment, we want you on our team.

Summary

The goal is to help clients perform daily living activities with as much independence as possible. Under general supervision, we aim to guide clients towards self-direction by teaching them decision-making skills and encouraging independence as outlined in their individual Personal Support Plans. Assistance will be provided in a manner that upholds the personal dignity of each client.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate consumer activities on assigned shifts (e.g., outings, board games, meal preparation, cleanup, laundry).
• Assist consumers in training activities as specified in their plan of care and activity schedule.
• Provide direct support to consumers, including personal hygiene, dining skills, and community integration.
• Assist with mobility for those using wheelchairs.
• Assist with meal service, teach dining skills, and promote social skills and personal dignity during meals.
• Attend and complete in‑service training sessions as scheduled.
• Ensure safe and clean living conditions at all times.
• Utilize all time spent with individuals in active interaction.
• Ensure all personal goals are worked on daily and appropriate documentation is completed.
• Administer medications at the appropriate times and complete Medication Error forms if an error occurs.
• Complete data collection, observation notes, and daily reports as instructed.
• Ensure individuals have a choice of community activities and provide safe transportation.
• Provide safe transport of consumers (in personal vehicle) to and from destinations as needed while on duty.
• Assess the development of consumers' abilities and interests to provide information for their Personal Support Plans.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to formulate consumers' Personal Support Plans.
• Monitor consumers' activities to ensure safety and health care practices are observed.
• Ensure Universal Precaution practices are observed.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times and ensure HIPAA laws are followed.
• Ensure all individuals retain cash receipts for all purchases and complete appropriate financial documentation.
• Monitor and document each individual's behaviors as per their plan.
• Document incidents or injuries on appropriate forms and notify the supervisor immediately in the event of an injury.
• Maintain compliance requirements, including reliable insured transportation, valid driver's license, current PPD (TB test), and CPR and First Aid certification.
• Ensure/assist in following through with special diets, therapies, treatments, and medications as prescribed.
• Perform related duties as required or assigned to fulfill the philosophy, goals, and objectives of the program site.
• Follow company attendance policy and guidelines.
• Follow grievance procedures per the Employee Handbook to address concerns.
• Follow all policies and procedures
• Treat consumers with dignity and respect.
• Promote independence, choice, and empowerment of consumers.
• Provide quality care to each individual according to their needs.
• Report to management any activities that may jeopardize individuals' health and safety or any occurrences that go our rules of conduct.
• Shift: Monday-Friday 7:45am-4:15pm
  

Additional Responsibilities And Standards For Performance

• Maintain a punctual and good attendance record.
• Acquire a good working knowledge of procedures pertaining to consumer rights, abuse and neglect, and person-centered services through staff training.
• Ability to relate well with consumers, families, and other program staff.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Exercise judgment and initiative in providing services to consumers.
• Follow oral and written directions.
• Provide support for persons with potentially aggressive behaviors.
• Work weekends as needed.
• Ensure all Emergency Response Procedures are maintained.

Physical Requirements

• Physically capable of performing essential job functions, including walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, sitting, reaching overhead, and lifting over 50 pounds.
• Meet all applicable federal, state, and local health requirements regarding communicable diseases.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience and/or demonstrated ability to manage clients with challenging behaviors.
• Ability to perform basic math functions, write, read, and comprehend what is read.
• Completion of all required training
• High school education or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in supporting/assisting those with disabilities preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.
• Effective communication skills in English (read, write, and understand).
• Criminal history must meet or exceed company standards at the time of hire and be maintained.

Salary: $14.00 - $15.00 per hour