CAREGIVER

Milestone; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Milestone is seeking a care-focused team member in Loves Park, IL to support individuals with developmental and physical disabilities. Under supervision, you will assist with daily activities, safety, and medical appointments, following care plans and safety guidelines.

You will participate in activities inside the home and in the community, including Special Olympics practice, and maintain documentation and communication with the team to ensure reliable care coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18
• Completion of Habilitation Aide Training within the first 30 days of employment
• High School diploma or GED and passing of the STOFHLA test
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to intervene physically in behavioral or health related crisis
• Safe driving record/approved driver

Responsibilities

• Provide care, treatment and safety for individuals with developmental/physical disabilities
• Maintain a clean, safe home environment and log maintenance requests
• Initiate recreational and social activities in home and community, including Special Olympics
• Administer medications after required training
• Assist with personal care, bedroom and clothing needs
• Transport individuals safely using Milestone vehicles and follow driving policies
• Monitor health needs and accompany individuals to medical or dental appointments
• Follow Milestone policies and report concerns to supervisors

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Habilitation Aide Training within 30 days

STOFHLA test

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Loves Parks, IL 61111, Salary Range: $20.00 - $21.00 Hourly, BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the supervision of Home Coordinators, Residential Service Coordinators, QIDPs and Residential Service Directors the team member performs duties for the care, treatment, and safety of the individuals served with developmental/physical disabilities.

DESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reliable, prompt attendance demonstrating flexibility and cooperation with team as needed to provide adequate facility coverage and follows team (self)-scheduling guidelines.
• Monitors all individuals served at all times and communicates all information in communication log and if applicable, verbally reports to next staff scheduled.
• Completes all daily assignments as directed by Team Leader and/or Residential Services Coordinator (RSC)/Noc Home coordinator (HC). This includes but is not limited to:
  • Individual Service Plans/Personal Plan Implementation Strategies
  • Behavior Development Programs
  • Charting and documentation
  • Initiates recreational and social activities in the home and community as well as ensures all scheduled outings are completed, including Special Olympics practice(s).
  • Must pass all medication training to administer medication and provide active, ongoing interaction to the individuals served.
  • Maintains the home in a clean, safe, healthful condition, logging repair requests correctly.
  • Assists individuals in care of bedroom, clothing and personal items.
• Assists in all emergency situations and is knowledgeable of fire extinguishers, alarms, emergency phone numbers, and disaster plans.
• Uses all mechanical lifts, belts, chairs, and other mobility equipment in facilities where necessary, appropriately, and cleans them as necessary. This includes all wheelchairs. Utilizes good body mechanics at all times.
• Provides safe transportation of individuals served; uses safe, defensive driving skills, adhering to all policies and procedures regarding the use and care of Milestone vehicles.
• Responsible for knowledge of basic cooking skills or willingness to learn. Follows the established menu plan, adhering to prescribed diets. Develops shopping lists or items need to prepare planned meals, purchases items as needed (staying within designated budget), and submits receipts to Team Leader/RSC/HC.
• Maintains cordial and cooperative relationship with individuals served, their families and guardians and other staff members, utilizing and promoting positive problem solving skills and ensuring a positive, pleasant home environment.
• Monitors individuals’ health needs and documents such; accompanies individuals on medical/dental appointments as assigned by Team Leader/HC/RSC.
• Complies with all Milestone, Inc. policies and procedures.
• In compliance with Milestone, Incorporated’s philosophy and policies toward Human Rights; immediately intervenes on behalf of the individual(s) served and reports to the appropriate supervisor and/or agency (OIG, IDPH).
• Orders necessary forms and supplies from the appropriate personnel as needed.
• Other duties as needed or assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum age of 18.
• Completion of Habilitation Aide Training within the first 30 days of employment.
• High School diploma or GED and passing of the STOFHLA test.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to intervene physically in behavioral or health related crisis.
• Safe driving record/approved driver.