Direct Care Worker

Integrated Living, Inc.; Saint Clair Shores (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated Living, Inc. is seeking Direct Care Workers in Saint Clair Shores, Michigan. Candidates must be over 18, in good physical health, and able to lift 50 lbs. Responsibilities include completing logs, advocating for residents, and assisting them during outings. Essential skills include effective communication and thorough documentation. This role demands dedication to resident care and adherence to training requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 years of age.
• Good physical health and capable of lifting at least 50 lbs.
• Verbal, visual, and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Complete CLS/Respite logs before shifts end.
• Advocate for the rights of residents following treatment plans.
• Assist persons served with outings and document as necessary.

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be over 18 years of age
• Good physical health, pass physical/TB skin test
• Two work references
• Suitable to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of each resident
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Be capable of handling emergencies
• Be capable of completing the necessary paperwork in an accurate and timely manner

Required Training

• Reporting Requirements
• First Aid
• CPR
• Personal Care, supervision, protection
• Resident Rights
• Safety & Fire Prevention
• Prevention & Containment of communicable diseases

DCW’s must remain up to date with their training; attend any training classes you are scheduled for, and alert the Corporate Office if you need an update. Failure to maintain current training could result in termination of employment.

Job Functions

• Complete CLS/Respite logs 30 minutes prior to shift ending
• Complete daily programs, including documentation
• Act as a strong advocate for the rights of residents, following all treatment plans as outlined in the Person’s Served Plan of Service
• Report any abuse or neglect immediately
• Assist person served with outings, documenting outings as necessary and keeping an accurate count of any money. All outings are for people served; no personal business will be conducted while on shift. You may not leave people served alone while on outings
• Help maintain the quality of the home environment by following the consumers PCP and assisting, prompting, guiding them to complete their goals
• Sign all logs daily; logs must match time sheet for hours worked
• Communicate with support service personnel and parent/guardians
• Use gentle teaching
• Stay calm and professional at all times
• Properly complete all duties assigned for your shift and document all logs as needed
• No sleeping, abuse, or violation of PCP will be tolerated

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in staff meetings, program meetings, and other special meetings
• Carry out all Integrated Home Help Services, LLC. Policies
• Be responsible for all delegated responsibilities from the Supervisor

Verbal, visual, and written communication skills are essential requirements for DCW’s.