Caregiver - Youth Program

Hope Human Services, LLC; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Paid training

Promotional opportunities

Holiday pay

401K after 1 year

Job summary

Hope Human Services, LLC is seeking a Direct Support Professional/Caregiver to support youth ages 13–21 and to provide compassionate care as part of a dedicated team. Training is provided if experience is lacking, and weekend shifts are available to meet the needs of our clients.

Benefits are offered, including health and non-medical plans, paid time off, and opportunities for promotional growth and professional training. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• At least six months of experience working with vulnerable populations.
• Basic computer skills demonstrated.
• Excellent written and verbal English language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Teach and coach individuals according to habilitative plans.
• Assist with daily living skills including cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene and medications.
• Provide supervision and engagement and facilitate community outings.

Skills

Compassionate care

Excellent English

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Hope Human Services is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled

This position supports youth with ages that range from 13-21

At Hope, we believe in creating exceptional life experiences for the people we support and our employees! We strive to improve the quality of life for those we support through compassionate, innovative, and extraordinary service.

• Do you enjoy helping people?
• Would you love to attend sporting events, movies, and other events during work? (must be a driver)
• Are you caring, compassionate, respectful, and honest?

If so, we need you! As a direct support professional/caregiver, you can help make a difference in the lives of others! Hope is hiring for all shifts, especially weekends. If you don't have experience, we provide paid training! We also offer amazing company benefits!

Benefits summary:

• The following health benefit options are available for full-time employees:
• Health Access Preventative
• Health Access Cooperative
• Employer funded Basic Life $15,000 (available to all full-time and part-time employees)
• Non-Medical Benefits: Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Accident, Hospital, Critical illness, Legal Assistance, ID Theft and pet discount program!
• All health and non-medical benefits are effective on the 1st of the month following date of hire.
• 401K Options - Following one year of employment
• PAID TIME OFF - Vacation* & Sick time begin accruing immediately.
• PAID TRAINING - 75Hr certificate, CPR, Nurse Delegation, NAR (will pay to maintain), TB, Food Handlers card, among other clinical specific training programs.
• PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITIES- Ask us about our career track!
• HOLIDAY PAY - Earn time and one half if you work on a holiday!
• PAY RATE: $19.00 + $1.50 differential for hours worked in LSR program (children's homes)
• Available to Full Time Staff Only

Pay Rate: $19.00 - $21.50 per hour

• All new hires start at $19.00/hour.
• New hires placed in LSR homes may be eligible for a pay differential, up to $1.50/hour. Pay is based on:
  • Hours worked in LSR homes only.
  • Completion of required training.
  • Meeting all LSR program requirements.

Caregiver Job Responsibilities

• Teaching and coaching individuals according to habilitative plans.
• Assisting with or providing basic living skills such as cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene & medication.
• Providing supervision & engagement.
• Facilitating community outings.

Caregiver Job Requirements

• Have at least six months of similar experience working directly with vulnerable populations
• Be able to demonstrate basic computer skills
• Excellent written and verbal English language skills
• 21 years of age
• Have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and three years of licensed driving experience
• Have a High School Diploma or GED
• Pass a background check through DSHS & DCYF
• Be available to work at least one weekend shift per week

Hope Human Services is an equal opportunity and drug-free employer