What are the responsibilities and job description for the Overnight Caregiver (NOC)- Thurs, Fri, Sat position at L'Arche Portland?
Join our team of incredible professionals providing support that is "work of the heart." L'Arche has an incredible history and is known internationally for setting the standard of care and friendship for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Previous NOC shift experience highly preferred. Experience as an in-home caregiver, CNA, or direct support professional preferred. Nursing, social work, or special education students encouraged to apply. Physical transferring, routine deep cleaning, and clear written communication are essential aspects of this role.
Notes: Hours are 10pm-6am Thurs, Fri, Sat. Option for 12 hour shifts after training.
Required staff meeting is weekly on Wednesdays 10-11a (virtual attendance possible with prior approval).
Dayshift training required weeks 1-6 to learn the role- which day is flexible.
As a L'Arche Nightshift assistant you will:
- Work cooperatively with the other L’Arche assistants (caregivers) to create community
- Assist core members (adults with intellectual disabilities) with basic hygiene and health needs, which include toileting, showering, and laundry assistance
- Administer routine and as needed medications
- Proactively and routinely attend to laundry overnight, including cleaning any incontinence laundry, and sorting / folding linens
- Diligently check and clean adaptive equipment overnight, including wheelchairs, gait belts, glasses, etc.
- Provide transfer support to two clients who use wheelchairs, including transfers for overnight bathroom needs
- Provide assistance with a sleep apnea masks throughout the night to ensure an effective seal
- Attend regularly scheduled meetings (currently Wednesday mornings)
- Complete all required paper and electronic tracking by the end of shift and provide verbal relays to the incoming caregiver
Pay: From $18.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19