Plano Direct Support Caregiver - Reliable Hours & Benefits

Volunteers of America Texas; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Retirement plan

Education assistance program

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Volunteers of America Texas in Plano, TX is seeking compassionate caregivers to provide direct supervision of daily living activities and help residents with meals, transportation, and personal care.

You will maintain a safe, clean facility, assist with medications as directed by an RN, document care, and support behavioral programs. A high school diploma or equivalent and a Texas driver license are required; six months of related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months experience or training with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Must have a valid Texas Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Provides for the complete care of individual consumers, including supervision of activities of daily living.
• Maintains the facility and equipment in a safe, clean condition and reports repairs.
• Provides reinforcement of counseling and therapy activities and helps residents meet house/program rules.
• Assists with medications under RN direction.
• Maintains clinical records and documentation as required by policies.
• Prepares meals and assists with meal planning and preparation as indicated by individual need.
• Assists in securing and providing transportation.
• Provides housekeeping assistance as indicated by individual need.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Texas Driver License

Job description

Volunteers of America Texas in Plano, TX is seeking compassionate caregivers to provide direct supervision of daily living activities and help residents with meals, transportation, and personal care.

You will maintain a safe, clean facility, assist with medications as directed by an RN, document care, and support behavioral programs. A high school diploma or equivalent and a Texas driver license are required; six months of related experience preferred.