Caregiver, Healthcare Nursing, Community Health

COMPENSATION

Base pay range: $16.00/hr – $16.00/hr.

Pay: $16.00 per hour. Full‑time schedules available.

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community‑based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We believe every person has the right to live well and deserves a fulfilling career. Join a mission‑driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day.

• Position type:
  Non‑exempt, full‑time or part‑time, hourly role.
• Scope of role:
  Responsible for providing direct support within a single program or unit, typically supporting 4–6 individuals in residential settings or up to 10 individuals in periodic programs.
• Key responsibilities:
  • Deliver support per individual service or program plans, including socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, skill/behavioral development.
  • Assist with daily activities: personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community integration, shopping, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.

Services and Supports

• Direct support or assistance in accordance with individual service or program plans; assist with socialization, behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
• Record‑keeping:
  Accurately document progress and activity; review records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans; maintain confidentiality.
• Management of individuals’ assets:
  Make cost‑effective purchases within the individual’s budget and according to their choice or preference.
• Relationships:
  Maintain healthy and professional relationships with individuals, families, guardians, and case managers; greet family members and visitors; implement Sevita Customer Service Standards.
• Reporting:
  Report alleged abuse or neglect, medical, behavioral, and other incidents according to Sevita policy and external requirements.
• Rights:
  Maintain confidentiality, respect the rights of persons served, practice universal precautions, and assist individuals in exercising their rights.

Health Care

• Appointments:
  May accompany individuals to medical appointments and relay orders and information to and from medical providers as required.
• Medications:
  If assigned, accurately administer or support self‑administration of medication and document delivery; promptly report administration errors; maintain appropriate security of controlled medications and supplies.
• General health care:
  Monitor individuals’ health; document health concerns; communicate with nurse or supervisor as appropriate; call 911 in emergencies; follow health‑care directives.
• Medical supplies and equipment:
  Follow procedures for utilizing medical equipment; report malfunction or disrepair.
• Meal preparation:
  Prepare or support individuals to prepare food in accordance with planned menus and individual choice; know special diets and prepare meals accordingly; monitor mealtime and implement dining plans.

Employment Responsibilities

• Training:
  Attend orientation and ongoing training; participate in monthly staff meetings.
• Employee scheduling:
  Work scheduled hours; arrive on time; stay on shift until replacement arrives; notify supervisor when unable to work as scheduled; fill in for other shifts when needed without causing unapproved overtime.
• Teamwork:
  Work collaboratively, value others’ contributions, be courteous, communicate openly, listen, and show respect.
• Workplace safety:
  Maintain a safe workplace, comply with safety policies and procedures, report hazards, and participate in safety training.

Maintenance

• Vehicles:
  Transport individuals safely; enforce safety equipment use; report accidents and hazards promptly.
• Housekeeping:
  Perform daily and seasonal housekeeping; maintain a neat, clean, and safe environment; report hazards.
• Maintenance and repair:
  Monitor environmental safety, perform minor repairs, and manage yard maintenance; report necessary repairs.
• Safety:
  Check water temperature for bathing; participate in safety drills and protect…