What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSP/HTS/Caregivers- Evenings, Overnights and Weekends Available-Edmond position at Reach Out?
Reach Out, Inc is looking for competent Caregivers to work in a three bed group home setting caring for developmentally disabled clients in a professional and compassionate manner. The ideal candidate will be patient and friendly with excellent communication skills. You should be able to follow instructions and perform a variety of tasks to help clients.
Shifts available - Monday-Friday 3pm-11pm, Monday-Thursday 8pm-8am, Saturday-Sunday 12a-8a, Thursday-Sunday 8pm-8am, Friday-Sunday 8am-8pm and Saturday & Sunday 7am-11p. Must have a valid driver's license and dependable transportation.
Responsibilities
- Help clients take prescribed medication
- Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (walks, etc.)
- Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
- Help clients with physical therapy exercises
- Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able)
- Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own
- Be a pleasant and supportive companion
- Report any unusual incidents
- Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
Skills
- Proven experience as a caregiver
- Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid (CPR)
- Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
- Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
- Respectful and compassionate
- Good time management skills
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong ethics
- Physical endurance
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must have a clean criminal history (No Felonies)
Respond to this ad or call 405-471-7539
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $13.00 - $14.25 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $14