Caregiver for Supported Living

Chrysalis of Ogden, UT; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Chrysalis is seeking a Caregiver to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes and in the community in Davis and Weber counties. You will help with daily living, outings, meal prep, budgeting, activity planning, and promoting independence while receiving training and opportunities to advance.

Must be at least 21, pass a background check and drug test, and have a valid driver’s license or be able to provide a current MVR. Residency in Utah preferred.

Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Able to pass a drug test and background check.
• No prior experience with disabilities required; training provided.
• Must have a valid driver’s license or be able to provide a current MVR.

Responsibilities

• Teach individuals how to cook a meal and assist with budgeting.
• Model appropriate behaviors and support independence.
• Participate in community activities and outings.
• Help individuals stay physically active and exercise.
• Provide care in clients' homes and during community activities.

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

ABOUT THE POSITION

Chrysalis is seeking to hire a Caregiver in the Davis and Weber counties. This position helps support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to become more independent, have fun, and build relationships. You will care for them at their own home, as well as participate in fun activities in the community. Our caregivers gain valuable experience in the human services field and will be given many opportunities to advance within the organization.

What is it like to be a caregiver for Chrysalis?

Here is what you might expect to do on a typical day:

• Teach an individual how to cook a meal
• Aid in budgeting and planning
• Model appropriate behaviors
• Attend fun activities such as going to the movies, bowling, car rides, zoo visits, sporting events, video games etc.
• Help the individuals stay physically active and exercise

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 21years of age.
• Must be able to pass a drug test and background check.
• No prior experience working with individuals with disabilities is necessary to apply for this position. We train all of our caregivers to give meaningful support to the individuals we serve.
• Must be an approved personal or company driver. To be an approved driver you must:
  • For Personal driver approval (this means you would use your own vehicle for transportation of clients):
    • Must be at least 20 years old with no moving violations on driving record
  • To be a company approved driver (This means you would be approved to drive a company owned vehicle):
    • Must be at least 21 years or older with:
      • If 21 years old: No moving violations
      • If 22 years old or older: Up to 2 minor moving violations
  • A valid drivers license in the state of Utah, Arizona, Idaho, Nevada or Wyoming. OR provide a current MVR from your state's Drivers License Division.

AVAILABLE SHIFTS:

We are looking for an individual who can assist with our Supported Living Program. You would be working throughout Davis and Weber County. This position does require that you are able to work a mixture of Day and Swing shift.
Days: 8am-4:30pm
Swings: 3/4pm-12am

BENEFITS

This position starts at $15.00. Chrysalisoffers competitive benefits to full time employees including:

• Paid time off (vacation and sick)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k

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