JOB DESCRIPTION

*This position is for awake overnights*

*Cannot work with other in-home agency*

Are you a caring, passionate individual who wants to make a difference in someone's life? JOIN OUR TEAM!

We expect unfailing honesty, respect for the dignity and individuality of human beings, and a commitment to professional services. With well trained, professional care providers like you, we know we can be exceptional in caring for clients who want to Stay Graceful!

Responsibilities:

● Provides direct supervision and daily care of Stay Graceful clients primarily in their home environment.

● Implements and maintains a professional and caring relationship with all clients; providing reliable care, limit setting and boundaries while demonstrating understanding of the clients’ needs at all times.

● Plans and participates in activities with the clients as outlined in the care plan.

● Attends and actively participates in weekly team meetings, group supervision, and completes in-service hours annually as required by state regulations.

● Maintains a professional, courteous and helpful relationship with clients family and other primary social supporters.

● Adhere to Stay Graceful Standard Operations Procedures and South Dakota State Regulations/Administrative Rules relating to home care.

● Assures all clients, coworkers and family members are treated equally and with respect.

● Responsible for the quality of services and completion of necessary home care duties and related training including:

○ CPR training

○ First Aid training

○ Training in life skills and other care techniques and adherence to these techniques

○ Daily care support may include assisting clients in household cleaning, laundry, cooking meals, grocery shopping, communicating with family and friends, and personal grooming.

● Completes and/or assures completion of necessary documentation and reports by the work day.

● Knowledgeable and reflect Stay Graceful Mission Statement, Core Values and Vision Statement.

● Each Home Care Provider is expected to meet the Stay Graceful Code of Conduct, Professionalism, and Ethics.

● Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Equivalencies:

● No degree required. Applicable experience strongly preferred in Human Services or a related field. Applicants with excellent abilities in communication via email, Word, and medical records preferred. All candidates must have (or qualify to obtain) a current South Dakota driver’s license, proof of insurance and be cleared through the Division of Criminal Investigation.

Physical Requirements:

● Ability to perform duties as outlined above including lifting 10-20 lbs.

● Continual standing and walking during shift.

● Continual talking in person or on the phone during shift.

● Ability to perform duties as outlined above including lifting 10-20 lbs.

● Will occasionally encounter toxic chemicals during shifts.

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants who have been charged with a DUI within the past 5 years or have

ever been charged with a violent crime or felony are ineligible for employment with Stay Graceful.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Overnight shift

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sioux Falls, SD: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person