Direct Care Specialist

Overview Source Of Hope Mission: To enrich the lives of our clients by providing the highest quality treatment and developmental services available in a safe, caring, positive, goal-oriented environment. This service provides the necessary support for the person to remain in His/her own home and/or participate in work or community activities. Responsibilities Attendant Care/Housekeeping Agreement: responsible for being prompt and reliable. If you want to take time off, must give at least two weeks\' notice to make other arrangements for a person\'s care. Responsible for asking any questions to ensure the consumer\'s care is appropriate. While you are performing personal care, notify the consumer of any scrapes, bruises or skin problems. Help consumers pay bills; drive to and from activities and doctor\'s appointments; assist with lifts on wheelchair vans and any other personal care equipment. Give verbal reminders and or prompting as directed per ISP. Actively participate in continuing skill development activities. Attend other training per ISP or provider request. Assist clients with daily living activities Bathing, Toothbrushing, Using the toilet, Dressing, Hair washing, Eating and meal preparation Transferring to or from a wheelchair. Planning and shopping for meals, Participating in community activities, Self-medication or medication reminders, Housecleaning and laundry, etc. Communicate ongoing care results and updates to relevant parties Collaborate with clients and families for best care opportunities Maintain a healthy and comfortable living environment Role Summary The employee is responsible for assisting the consumer in maintaining a safe and clean home, stay healthy, clean and have good meals. This support may occur in the person\'s home or in the community, based on the person\'s specific needs, as identified through the Individual Support Plan process. Qualifications Minimum of 3 months progressive hands-on personal client care experience as well as some housekeeping. Previous experience in personal care or other related fields Compassionate and caring demeanor Ability to build rapport with clients Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong values, morals, character. Teachability and strong work ethic About Source Of Hope We are dedicated to the growth and development of not only the people we serve, but we are dedicated to the growth and development of our most important asset... YOU! By accepting this offer of employment, you will join an outstanding local provider, while at the same time becoming part of The Source Of Hope Team. I am confident you will find that it is rich with talented individuals like yourself who are dedicated to growing and making a positive difference in the lives of those we serve. Source Of Hope is a place where we ensure the safety of the members we serve, a place where you receive the training and experience to further your careers and place where you will find growth, stability, challenge, development, and a sense of purpose. #J-18808-Ljbffr