What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Overnight Individual and Home Support position at Tempus Unlimited, Inc.?
As an Overnight Individual and Home Support worker you will be assisting Consumer in a variety of ways that enable them to live independently in their community. Tempus takes a person-centered approach to all services. This is a part time overnight with some awake and asleep.
$20 an hour
Thursday and Friday, 12am to 6am every other week
12 hours over two weeks
PCA And IHS Experience Required
Hoyer lift experience required
2-day orientation in Stoughton office
Travel
Must have a valid driver's license
Reliable transportation
Essential Job Functions (as Determined By The Supervisor)
ADL Tasks
Cleaning: maintaining cleanliness throughout the home as needed, i.e.: dusting, wiping down counters, sweeping, vacuuming, dishes. Bathroom: disinfect toilets and sinks, wash floors.
Laundry: wash, dry, fold, and put away clothes, towels and bedding
Assist Consumer with the administering and taking of daily medications.
Meal Prep / Cooking: Consult with Consumer about types of food he enjoys and plan weekly menus. Work together to create a grocery list within his budget, and encourage healthy choices.
Shopping: Establish a system for replacing household supplies from local stores in a timely manner.
Adaptive Equipment: Consumer uses the following adaptive equipment that staff will need to become familiar with and use on a regular basis:
Hoyer lifts (both motorized and manual)
Motorized wheelchair
Adjustable bed / bed rails
Automatic door openers
Other
Support overall mission and objectives of Tempus Unlimited
Must report all suspected incidents of consumer sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect to the Disabled Person Protection Commission (D.P.P.C.).
Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor or designee.
Competencies
Familiarity with community services, the ability to understand and implement independent living philosophy and the ability to relate and empathize with people who have disabilities and help them maximize their lives is required.
Being resourceful to solve complex issues at times.
Objective report writing. Staff will be required to update a task sheet for each shift in a communication log.
Must report all suspected incidents of consumer sexual/physical abuse and neglect to the Disabled Person Protection Commission (DPPC).
ISS shifts will require calling in to track your time at the beginning and end of your duration.
Preferred Experience
Experience in Home Support Services.
Good Communication, Organization And Writing Skills Are Required.
Required Education and Certifications
High School Degree And/or Experience Serving People With Disabilities.
CPR / First Aid Certification.
Work Environment
Consumer’s home environment, local community
Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Other DutiesNote this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
$20 an hour
Thursday and Friday, 12am to 6am every other week
12 hours over two weeks
PCA And IHS Experience Required
Hoyer lift experience required
2-day orientation in Stoughton office
Travel
Must have a valid driver's license
Reliable transportation
Essential Job Functions (as Determined By The Supervisor)
ADL Tasks
Cleaning: maintaining cleanliness throughout the home as needed, i.e.: dusting, wiping down counters, sweeping, vacuuming, dishes. Bathroom: disinfect toilets and sinks, wash floors.
Laundry: wash, dry, fold, and put away clothes, towels and bedding
Assist Consumer with the administering and taking of daily medications.
Meal Prep / Cooking: Consult with Consumer about types of food he enjoys and plan weekly menus. Work together to create a grocery list within his budget, and encourage healthy choices.
Shopping: Establish a system for replacing household supplies from local stores in a timely manner.
Adaptive Equipment: Consumer uses the following adaptive equipment that staff will need to become familiar with and use on a regular basis:
Hoyer lifts (both motorized and manual)
Motorized wheelchair
Adjustable bed / bed rails
Automatic door openers
Other
Support overall mission and objectives of Tempus Unlimited
Must report all suspected incidents of consumer sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect to the Disabled Person Protection Commission (D.P.P.C.).
Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor or designee.
Competencies
Familiarity with community services, the ability to understand and implement independent living philosophy and the ability to relate and empathize with people who have disabilities and help them maximize their lives is required.
Being resourceful to solve complex issues at times.
Objective report writing. Staff will be required to update a task sheet for each shift in a communication log.
Must report all suspected incidents of consumer sexual/physical abuse and neglect to the Disabled Person Protection Commission (DPPC).
ISS shifts will require calling in to track your time at the beginning and end of your duration.
Preferred Experience
Experience in Home Support Services.
Good Communication, Organization And Writing Skills Are Required.
Required Education and Certifications
High School Degree And/or Experience Serving People With Disabilities.
CPR / First Aid Certification.
Work Environment
Consumer’s home environment, local community
Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Other DutiesNote this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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