Direct Sup. Professional- Part Time

Eihab Human Services; Tunkhannock, Clarks Summit (Wyoming County, Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Job summary

Eihab Human Services in Tunkhannock, PA, is seeking a dedicated caregiver to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of individuals with disabilities. The role involves creating a person-centered atmosphere, providing essential support in daily living activities, and fostering individual independence.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, communication skills in English, and a valid driver’s license. Candidates must be available for various shifts, including weekends. Join us to make a meaningful impact in your community.

Qualifications

• Possesses a current valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Holds a High School Diploma or GED and undertakes 24 hours of training annually.
• Completes a current employee physical examination and PPD documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide care, support, and guidance to individuals.
• Participate in planning and implementation of individual programs.
• Promote health, safety, and emotional well-being of individuals.

Skills

Ability to communicate clearly in English

Written documentation skills

Maintenance of a valid driver’s license

Ability to read and comprehend behavior plans

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Location: Tioga - Tunkhannock, PA 18657

Salary Range: $17.00 - $17.00 Hourly

Job Summary

The employee in this position is responsible for the health, safety, and wellbeing of the individuals living within the residence through a person-driven system in which people with disabilities have choice, control, and access to a full array of quality services that assure optimal outcomes such as independence, health, community integration and inclusion, and quality of life. The employee provides care, supervision, support and guidance of all assigned individuals to ensure a safe, healthy, secure and pleasant environment, which promotes and reinforces individual growth and development towards greater independence in self-care, daily living skills, socialization and community living.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the life of the individual in their home to foster a person-centered atmosphere conducive to the growth of the individual and towards their maximum independence in all areas of daily living.
• Commit to person-centered supports and honor the personality, preferences, culture, and strengths of the individuals.
• Promote and protect the health, safety and emotional well-being of the individuals.
• Assist in planning and implementation of the program.
  • Assist the individuals to set goals, make informed choices, and follow-through on responsibilities.
  • Supports the individual to advocate for self by encouraging the individual to speak for his or her self.
  • Supports the individual to get needed services, support, and resources.
  • Assist the individual in getting past barriers to needed services.
  • Support the spiritual, emotional, and social well-being of the individual.
  • Helps the individual follow health care plans and use medical equipment as needed.
  • Maintains the safety of an individual in the case of emergency.
  • Helps individuals to be safe and learn to be safe in the community.
  • Uses universal precautions and gives first aid, as needed, in an emergency.
• Follow all specified policies and procedures, for managing behaviors, emergencies and reporting incidents.
• Act as a role model for consumers by appropriate behavior and offering assistance as indicated in Individual Service Plans.
• Provide personal care consistent with participants skill level and as outlined in the habilitation plan (including bathing, toileting, dressing, laundry, travel safety, etc.)
• Support the mission and vision of the organization.

Qualifications

• Possession of a High School Diploma or GED; maintains an additional 24 hours of training annually.
• Attainment of a current employee physical examination and PPD on approved form acceptable to licensing.
• Able to read and comprehend plans, behavior plans, instructions, etc.
• Able to communicate clearly in English.
• Demonstrates written skills to adequately perform all required documentation, including electronic documentation.
• Possession of a current valid driver’s license with acceptable driver’s record from the DMV that demonstrates insurability to drive agency vehicle.
• Maintains acceptable criminal background as per the OSPSA/Act 169 Waiver Form, agency requirements, and regulations.
• Successfully completes the Departments Medication Administration course within 6 months of hire.
• Must be available for Second and/or Third shifts as well as Fridays and Saturdays.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Transports individuals as necessary to programs, activities, appointments, recreational functions, etc., as scheduled or requested by supervisors.
• Use a computer or phone with email capability to communicate with other agency personnel.
• Physical ability to regularly lift 25 pounds and occasionally lift/move 50 pounds to assist individuals as needed, which may include lifting from to wheelchairs, bathtubs, beds, etc.
• Performs other related duties as requested by supervisor or the organization as a whole.