Direct Care Worker - Rochester

Integrated Living, Inc.; Rochester (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Good pay & benefits

Job summary

Integrated Living, Inc. is looking for a Direct Care Worker (DCW) in Auburn Hills, MI. The role involves providing a safe environment for residents, assisting them in achieving individual goals, and ensuring compliance with care plans. Responsibilities include transporting residents, administering medications, and maintaining documentation. Candidates must possess MORC, WCLS, and/or TTI training (which can be provided) along with a valid Michigan Driver's License. This position offers both full-time and part-time shifts.

Qualifications

• Requires MORC, WCLS, &/or TTI training, which can be provided.
• Valid Michigan Driver's License is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, secure, and healthy environment for residents.
• Transport residents to community outings and appointments.
• Complete required documentation before shift ends.

Skills

Direct care provision

Interpersonal skills

Ability to follow care plans

Education

MORC, WCLS, &/or TTI training

Valid Michigan Driver's License

Job description

Position: Direct Care Worker (DCW)

Location: Auburn Hills, MI

Shifts Available: Mornings, Afternoons, Midnights, & Weekends

Job Type: Full-time & Part-time

Reports To: Home Manager

Position Summary

MORC, WCLS, &/or TTI training is required but can be provided.

Key Responsibilities

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

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 opportunities throughout the day to help residents meet their goals.
• 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: 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 required but can be provided.
• Valid Michigan Driver's License