Description

Relief Workers care for and offer supports and services, in all life areas, for adults with developmental disabilities living in a group home setting by providing hands-on guidance in all activities of daily living e.g. bathing, toileting, hygiene, grooming, banking, feeding, shopping and accessing the community among other things.

Responsibilities, include but are not limited to:

• Must read and write simple sentences in order to read, comprehend and write in communication logs, monthly reports, medical reports, memos, etc.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Support residents in providing direct care and personal development of each person assigned. Interactions and supports are to be carried out in a manner that creates a homelike atmosphere.
• Must foster learning, dignity and respect.
• Prepare meals and/or assist residents with meal preparation.
• Attend appointments related to the Individuals we serve and give / receive accurate information and pass this information on to all necessary parties..
• Help clients maintain their household by assisting with laundry, budgeting, cleaning and shopping.
• May be offered opportunity to take special training classes such as: AMAP (medication administration), CPR and SCIP-R.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or it's equivalent
• Valid Driver's License strongly preferred

Benefits

• **1199 Union Membership**
• FREE FAMILY Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary benefits such as critical care, disability and additional life insurance 
• 403(b) Retirement Account
• Commuter benefits plan
• Day, Afternoon and Overnight Shifts Available
• Vacation and Sick Paid Time Off

For more information, please visit our website www.blockinstitute.org

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