Live In Caregiver - Sammamish

Live In Caregiver - Sammamish

Live In Caregiver Job Title: Live In Caregiver Monthly Rate: $5,100.00 - 6,000.00 Job Status: Full Time Work Base: Sammamish

SAILS Washington is an innovative leader in delivering person-centered home and community-based services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our mission is to provide world class person-centered services, supports and advocacy for individuals in positive and life-enriching environments. SAILS Washington takes a zero tolerance stance on abuse and neglect. Any allegations will be reported to the proper authorities. We are committed to the health and safety of the individuals we support. Our employees share a passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others. We are looking for individuals who share our mission, vision, and core values. All applicants are subject to a background check. Once a conditional offer is made and a background check has been completed, if SAILS Washington is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, we reserve the right to withdraw the offer of employment.

Our established shared living home program is in search of an experienced and compassionate live-in caregiver (this role will require you to move-in with the family) who will meet the needs of our client(s) with developmental disabilities. We are looking for a committed individual who will provide a safe and caring home environment while helping them maintain a high quality of life.

Benefits we provide:

• Housing package includes free rent, utilities, food, and all other housing related expenses.
• Paid holidays and 2 weeks paid vacation.
• State paid health, dental, and vision insurance
• Voluntary short-term and voluntary long-term disability
• Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Company paid basic life insurance & ADD plus voluntary life insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Unlimited peer referral program
• Paid travel time and mileage reimbursement
• Excellent and flexible work environment
• Working advantage employee discount program
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible savings account (FSA)
• 401k
• Capella university discounts

Required qualifications:

• Home care aide (HCA), certified nursing assistant (CNA) or nursing (LPN/RN) OR
• 75 hours training for HCA certification
• Current CPR/first aid and blood borne pathogens class.
• Maintain HCA certification with 12 hours of continuing education per year.
• 1+ years' experience with developmental disabilities
• Must be comfortable with aquatic pets.
• Must be comfortable with feline pets.

Preferred qualifications:

• Facilitate social interaction between the residents.
• Supportive, open, and timely communication with the guardians
• Able to manage a schedule and stay organized.
• Mentor and teacher of basic household skills to foster independence.
• Willingness to work with outside resources including day programs, job coaches and any other specialists.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Enjoy outside activities and recreation.
• Previous experience as a live-in caregiver/HCA

Essential functions, include but not limited to:

• Assist the residents with personal care including dressing, bathing, administering medication and personal hygiene, as needed.
• Transport residents to appointments/activities as needed.
• Prepare healthy meals and snacks within the resident's dietary needs.
• Maintain a clean and tidy home.
• Supervise and/or administer medications daily.
• Maintain open communication with families regarding resident's physical and emotional condition.
• Manage the household operations including food purchases, cooking, laundry assist, light cleaning, reporting of any maintenance issues to the landlord.
• Ensure financial expenditures are managed within the prescribed budget.
• Follow any prescribed activities or routines as outlined by the families.
• Listen and assist with problem solving.
• Ensure a successful hand-off to the weekend/backup caregiver.

SAILS Washington and Citizen Access Residential Resources are part of the Redwood Family Care Network family of companies. Operating in California, Washington, Arizona, and Nevada. Responsible, compassionate & trusted. Redwood Family Care Network's mission is to provide world class person-centered services, support and advocacy for individuals in positive and life-enriching environments.