Job detail

DCW 1/ Millcreek of Grenada Monday-Friday 6a-2p

Millcreek of Grenada

#Patient Safety #Meal Preparation #Direct Care #Patient Instruction #Data Collection #Therapeutic Environment #Client Assessment #Professional Attitude

Quick overview

The role involves providing daily one-on-one or group instruction and assistance to patients, which includes helping with program activities and ensuring client needs are met through direct support. Essential functions also require accurate data collection, monitoring individual behaviors, and assisting with meal preparation and facility upkeep.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent and be a minimum of 21 years old to qualify for this position. A valid driver's license is also a mandatory requirement for this role.

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Job description

Overview PURPOSE STATEMENT

To provide one-on-one or group instruction/assistance to patients on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provide assistance with program activities. Complete routine daily check of van (including tires, gas gauge, etc.) and report deficiencies to supervisor if driving is required. Accurately monitor and maintain data collection sheets and submit to supervisor in a timely manner. Assist with assessment of clients' strengths and needs as necessary. Assist with preparation of clients' meals and provide client training as needed. Communicate with supervisor related needs to revise, delete, or add training objectives as deemed necessary. Physically assist in maintaining facility in a neat and orderly manner. Monitor and document individual behaviors using specific and descriptive terms accurately (i.e., behavior changes, accidents, seizures, etc.). Encourage individuals to be independent and attend and participate in assigned activities. Provide realistic, positive assurance to individuals regarding benefits of treatment and participation. Assist in physical maintenance of a therapeutic environment by promoting an environment that encourages individuals to learn new skills and make choices through activity involvement, hands-on instruction/guidance, etc. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. OTHER FUNCTIONS: Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Must be at least 21 years of age. LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: Must have a valid driver's license. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.