Household Assistant I - CBRF

Dodge County; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at a forward-thinking county organization, where you will play a crucial role in supporting individuals with mental health needs and enhancing their daily living skills. This position offers a dynamic environment where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents through personalized care and support. With a strong focus on teamwork, you will be involved in various essential functions, including assisting with personal hygiene, administering medications, and creating a warm atmosphere that promotes independence. If you are dedicated to making a difference and possess the required certifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Short-term disability

Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System

Qualifications

• Experience with mental illness and dementia preferred.
• Must possess Wisconsin CBRF certification upon hire.
• Must obtain CPR/First Aid certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing individual Service Plans and promoting independence.
• Maintain documentation and assist with personal hygiene and mobility.
• Administer medications and maintain a clean environment.

Skills

Knowledge of PPE

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Organizational and time management skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to work tactfully with residents

Education

Wisconsin CBRF certification

CPR/First Aid certification

Certified Nursing Assistant certification

Job description

Description

Status: Full-Time/Part-Time AMs, Non-ExemptStarting Wage: $17.65/hr. Position Open Until Filled $2.00/hour for PM & NOC Shift Differential and $3.00 Per Hour Weekend Differential

Dodge County offers a generous benefits package including: (pro-rated for part-time +20 employees)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) - available for use after 30 days of employment


• 10 observed paid holidays


• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance


• Health Savings Account (HSA) - with employer contributions - HRA


• Life insurance, Long-term disability, Short-term disability and Flex spending


• Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) - if over 1200 hours/year

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Assists with implementing each individual's Service Plan, therapeutic physical/ psychological care, and increasing independent vocational and leisure skills.


2. Assists with carrying out restorative plans.


3. Maintains documentation of behavioral symptoms and other data collection requirements in accordance with Service Plan.


4. Assists and promotes independence with cares (including personal hygiene), ambulating in the home and accessing the community, preparation of meals, doing personal laundry and doing household tasks.


5. Functions as an integral member of the team providing appropriate interventions during medical, behavioral, and/or facility emergencies.


6. Provides personal hygiene including bathing (tub, shower, bed bath), oral care, skin and nail care and hand washing.


7. Completes resident grooming including hair care, shaving, dressing and weighing. Encourages residents toward independent personal care.


8. Assists with toileting including bowel and bladder retraining and perinea care.


9. Performs and assists with mobility, transferring, ambulation, positioning and range of motion per the Individual Service Plan.


10. Administers all medications and treatments as prescribed by physician and psychiatrist.


11. Requests medications from pharmacy; enters new medication orders; transcribes orders; faxes orders to pharmacy; pulls medication to return.


12. Verifies narcotic count at the beginning and end of every shift.


13. Documents accurately all cares given, including dietary intake and output, temperature, weight, blood pressure pulse and respiration, using approved abbreviations and descriptive terms.


14. Serves residents their meals; motivates and assists them with intake of nourishment and fluids.


15. Participates in the planning of resident care through shift reports and resident care staffing meetings when assigned.


16. Informs verbally and/or submits in writing any observations and changes in a resident for the licensed nurse or supervisor to evaluate, including dietary intake.


17. Answer all call signals and requests of residents immediately.


18. Encourages/assist residents in keeping their rooms clean and orderly; assists with making beds.


19. Maintains unit in a clean and orderly manner.


20. Keeps all resident's personal belongings and equipment clean.


21. Escorts residents to appointments as scheduled.


22. Participates in household activity programs planned for residents as needed


23. Performs a total inventory of all resident's possessions on admission, discharge, or transfer.


24. Ensures all resident's possessions are properly labeled.


25. Tracks and reconcile resident fund accounts at the beginning and end of the shift. Assists with deposits and withdrawals from resident accounts as needed for community involvement activities.


26. Responds to resident emergency including bleeding, falls, seizures, CPR and performance of Heimlich maneuver.


27. Assists with post-mortem care as assigned.


28. Transports dietary carts and linen carts.


29. Performs housekeeping and laundry responsibilities as needed.


30. Assists with the training and orientation of new Household Assistants.


31. Provides backup assistance to other department personnel as needed.


32. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED JOB COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of PPE and its proper use for personal safety measures.


• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all resident care information and assure resident rights and privacy are protected at all times per HIPAA.


• Knowledge of chemicals used in housekeeping and laundry services including hazardous laundry chemicals and isolation procedures.


• Ability to create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth and personal interest as well as a clean environment.


• Ability to work tactfully and cooperatively with residents, families, visitors, and entire staff throughout the organization.


• Ability to verbally communicate with residents, families, the public, and other members of the organization.


• Must be able to exhibit a warm, cheerful, caring manner.


• Must be able to safely perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; Federal, State, and local regulations.


• Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.


• Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits requiring minimal direction and supervision.


• Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.


• Knowledge of computer software including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications consistent for this position.


• Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position.


• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.


• Ability to apply sound judgment and discretion in performing duties, resolving problems and interpreting policies and regulations.


• Ability to communicate detailed and often sensitive information effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.


• Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully.


• Ability to maintain professionalism at all times.


• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others.


• Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and respond after hours as needed.

Dodge County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information to request the appropriate accommodation by visiting the following page: Accessibility Accommodation for Applicants

Qualifications

Experience

*Experience working with mental illness and dementia. (preferred)
*Must possess Wisconsin CBRF certification upon hire.
*Must possess or obtain CPR/First Aid certification upon hire.
*Must obtain Certified Nursing Assistant certification for the State of Wisconsin within 1 year of employment.
*Must meet requirements of the Dodge County Driver Qualification Policy.
(required)

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