Role: Direct Support Professional - Residential group home to support clients with development disabilities. Level 3 adults with minor behavior problems. Main job is to cook, clean, and administer medicine. We will train.

To work with clients in a way that ensures the service is delivered in compliance with legislation, Coastal Paradise Homes philosophy, policies, practices and contractual requirements
To work with clients in a way that promotes their equality, diversity, choices and rights
To develop professional working relationships with clients and establish and maintain effective communications with them and any other relevant parties
To keep appropriate records of work and communication, preserving the strictest confidentiality
To contribute to the protection of individuals from all forms of abuse and report incidents appropriately
To promote, monitor and maintain the health, safety and security of clients at home and in the community

KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING:

Domestic care techniques including personal hygiene, cooking & cleaning

JOB SPECIFICS

Assisting and supporting all aspects of client’s daily living and activity choices
Completing all data collection and daily documentation
Ensuring client access to nutritional food that they enjoy
Ensuring all symptoms of illness reported by clients are promptly referred to the physician of their choice and to the Support Team Coordinator
Ensuring client access to clean clothing, sanitary and sufficient hygiene supplies and laundry facilities.
Assisting with all hygiene and domestic operations in the event of client inability or refusal
Administering medication as specified or required
Assisting with provision of meals and snacks as specified and time scheduled by the client
Job training and personal development as necessary
Time management
Stress management
Conflict resolution

· REQUIREMENTS BEFORE STARTING EMPLOYMENT:

Compensation: $18.00

Employment type: Part Time

We are looking for a live in caretaker working 2 - 4 days per week.

Food and sleeping accommodation will be provided.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Mileage reimbursement
Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person

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LIVE IN Caregiver/ DSP (Direct Support Professional)