What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Caregiver position at Community Living Options?
Direct Support Professionals/Caregiving is a labor of companionship and love that requires the right person with a big heart! At Community Living Options in Kalamazoo you will be at the center of what we do best, which is caring for consumers in their homes. Our pay range for this position is from $17.18 - $18.51/hour.
If you are looking for a position where you can truly make a difference in the overall well-being of someone else, we would love to speak with you about joining our team.
CLO has an excellent reputation in the Greater Kalamazoo area for providing quality care and meeting the highest level of service requirements in the industry.
Benefits
- Competitive wages in the care giving field
- Paid training
- Onsite shadowing and optional cross training
- Paid time off
- Advancement opportunities
- Flexible scheduling
- 403(b) retirement benefits
- Health/dental/life insurance benefits
Responsibilities
We are seeking responsible, dependable, empowering self-starters with a desire to positively impact the lives of others. This position supports and assists adults with a developmental disability and/or mental illness in accomplishing their goals and meeting their daily needs, including medication administration, health, safety, hygiene, and wellness in residential settings. Full-time, Part-time, Weekend, and Relief shifts available.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license with a good driving record. (On occasion, a position may become available where driving is not necessary).
- Ability to initiate and communicate effectively using positive, proactive language.
- Technical and descriptive writing skills.
- Demonstrated independent decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Proficient computer skills.
- Reliable transportation.
Salary : $17 - $19