Home Health Aide

Strategic Resources, Inc. (SRI); Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Resources, Inc. (SRI) in Colorado Springs is seeking passionate Respite Care Providers to assist special needs family members with daily living. Responsibilities include aiding with bathing, feeding, and safety supervision.

Preferred candidates have degrees in relevant fields and experience with special needs. Join SRI and make a meaningful impact in the lives of military families.

Qualifications

• Experience working with special needs children, youth, or adults.
• Relevant certifications preferred, such as LPN or RN.
• Minimum two years' experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living skills like bathing and feeding.
• Provide supervision to ensure safety.
• Prepare reports on family member's needs.

Skills

Compassionate care

Effective communication

Daily living skills assistance

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

LPN or RN designation

Post-secondary education in nursing or education

Job description

Respite Care Provider- Caregiver, Home Health Aide

Strategic Resources, Inc. (SRI) is an international, ISO 9001/20000/27001 Certified, CMMI Level 3 Rated full-service provider with more than 38 years’ experience in the Federal, Military, and Commercial Marketplaces. SRI is seeking committed and passionate professionals to provide critical home health services.

Overview

SRI is looking for compassionate health care providers who can provide in-home assistance on an on-going basis for a special needs family member who has a disability, developmental needs or a chronic illness. You will be providing a valuable service for military families in the special needs family member’s home in the areas of health, safety, behavioral, nutritional and recreational needs.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living skills such as bathing, feeding, toileting, lifting/positioning, and dressing.
• Provide supervision to ensure the safety of the special needs family member.
• Interact positively and communicate effectively with the special needs family member, family members as well as with other staff members.
• Prepare written reports and documentation of the assigned family member’s needs and irregularities.

Education and/or Experience Requirements

Respite Care Provider-Level 3

• A combination of post-secondary education and/or training and experience in nursing and/or early childhood education, special education, elementary education, or relevant field of study
• Related associate or bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Designation as LPN or related certifications desirable
• Minimum of two years’ experience working with special needs children, youth or adults

Respite Care Provider-Level 4

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study such as early childhood education, special education, and elementary education (or equivalent combination of education, training and experience)
• Designation as RN or related certifications is desirable
• A combination of technical knowledge/experience working with chronic conditions that require extensive family involvement in care giving
• Minimum of 2-5 years’ experience working with special needs children, youth or adults.
• Plus, the Minimum Requirements, as listed above

Come join us and make a difference in the lives of our Military Families!

This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed.