Schedule-
o Fri, Sat & Sun- 5pm to 11pm
o Monday thru Friday 9a-5p Sub
Get to know the client
Looking for a patient, loving caretaker with a nursing background to care for client. (Client) needs a DSP to be familiar with feeding tubes, trach, suction catheter, gastronomy tube, nebulizer, manual wheelchair, administering daily medication and familiar with hospital bed safety to bathe and change client. This is a High Needs Case must have Nursing Experience!
Qualifications
o Must have Nursing Background
o Must have a valid driver’s license.
o Must have a vehicle.
o Must be willing to use your vehicle with your client.
o Must get fingerprinted.
o Must pass drug test
o Must complete online & hands on training.
PennReach is a non-profit who provides full service/in home care to individuals with special needs. We support individuals to live in apartments of their own in various affordable housing developments, as well as in our group homes in the state of New Jersey. Our goal is to not only provide individuals with housing, but to maintain the supports to give our residents the life they deserve
REQUIREMENTS:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Driver’s license valid in the State of NJ with good driving record
• Shall be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Employee must cooperate with the licensee and Department staff in any inspection or investigation.
REQUIRED SKILL LEVEL:
• The ability to exercise good judgment and use common sense.
• The ability to remain calm in crisis situations.
• The ability to interact with a wide range of people.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
• Works a flexible 40 hour week. May be assigned to one or varied programs.
• Assists individuals, as necessary in daily living skills.
• Completes training with individuals toward IHP goals.
• Attends conferences, seminars and training relevant to the position.
• Administers medication and completes documentation of same.
• Accompanies individuals to and from appointments and activities.
• Builds a support network between the individuals and community members.
• Accurately completes all in-house documentation
• Participates in Circle(s) of Support for personal futures planning.
• Completes all duties as delegated by the Residential Manager/Assistant Residential Manager.
• Must successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in all areas of required training.
• Perform any and all duties requested of supervisor
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 18 – 32 per week
Benefits:
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
Medical specialties:
• Home Health
Schedule:
• Evening shift
• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
• Schedule is Friday, Saturday and Sunday 5pm-11pm with an opportunity to sub Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. Applicant must have nursing background.
Education:
• High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
• Driver’s License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Tagged as: Home caregiver