Direct Care Worker - Eastpointe

Integrated Living, Inc.; Eastpointe (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Good pay & benefits

Job summary

Integrated Living, Inc. is hiring a Direct Care Worker (DCW) in Eastpointe, MI. This role requires providing care and support to residents while adhering to their individual care plans. Candidates should have a valid Michigan Drivers License and may prefer training in MORC, WCLS, or TTI. Responsibilities include administering medications, ensuring residents' safety, and maintaining documentation. The company offers full-time and part-time positions with good pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills for interacting with residents.
• Ability to adhere to care plans and guidelines.
• Compassion and understanding towards resident needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to residents.
• Ensure a safe and healthy living environment.
• Administer medications and assist with daily tasks.
• Document resident's progress and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Direct care experience

Effective communication

Ability to adhere to care plans

Compassion

Education

MORC, WCLS, and/or TTI training

Valid Michigan Drivers License

Job description

Position: Direct Care Worker (DCW)
Location: Eastpointe, MI
Shifts Available: Mornings, Afternoons, Midnights, & Weekends
Job Type: Full-time & Part-time
Reports To: Home Manager

Position Summary

• Good pay & benefits!!
• The position is responsible for providing a safe, secure, and healthy environment for resident while working towards goals in person-centered plans.
• Addresses the basic health, rights, privileges, and safety for all residents.
• Interacts closely with resident and provides direct care as needed.
• Works with and assists each resident with their aim to achieve individual goals.
• Transports resident to outings in the community, appointments, etc.

Provides opportuniti

es throughout the day to help residents meet their goals.

Primary Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Sets positive examples for residents at all times.
• Adheres to the person centered plans, and behavior plans as written for each resident.
• Provides quality of care and a safe and healthy setting free from harm while upholding the rights of all residents.
• Protects all residents from abuse and/or neglect and immediately reports any occurrence to appropriate entities.
• Maintains and protects the confidentiality of all residents.
• Follows and upholds all house guidelines.
• Cooks meals as necessary for residents based upon food specifications and diets.
• Completes required documentation before the end of shift, including, but not limited to progress notes, miscellaneous notes, daily support logs, event reports, incident reports, LOA forms, resident inventories, etc.
• Responsible for cleanliness of home site according to the assignment chart. (Inspection ready at all times.)
• Administers medications as needed.
• Hand off communication to next shift staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
• Adheres to Integrated Living's Core Values, Mission Statement, and Corporate Philosophies.

Education & Qualifications

• MORC, WCLS, &/or TTI training is preferred but can be provided.
• Valid Michigan Drivers License