Dsp/caregiver - Pekin, United States - Patterson House, Inc.

Description

All new wages coming Backpay will be paid all the way back to 1/1/24. Start now to add up some hours
Minimum pay for all employees is
$15.75 an hour once trained. (Training completed within first 90 days) Wages will be going up once the rates are changed in the State.

We provide flexible scheduling, paid time off (even for part time employees), and currently paying a bonus $.50 an hour to all employees for all hours worked.

We also provide a rewarding, fun, positive working environment.

Certified DSP paid training is provided for all new hires. CPR/1st paid training is provided as needed. Other opportunities for training and for growth within the company available. WE PROMOTE FROM WITHIN


Job Duties:
Maintain the health, safety and happiness of the residents is the highest priority

Medication administration

Assisting individuals with daily personal care (bathing, dressing, etc)

Homemaker services (shopping, cleaning, cooking, etc)

Resident appointments

Facilitating in-house and out-of-house activities

Collaborating with Activity Director, Unit Directors and other staff

Helping individuals achieve needs, wants and goals

Providing behavioral supports

Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with all levels of personnel within the company

Attend all staff meetings and other training

Inform RSD of all health, physical, or behavioral changes in the residents

Create and maintain a positive reputation for the home both inside and outside the home

Ability to handle physical aspects of job, including bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, and walking for periods of time

Complete miscellaneous duties as assigned by management

Follow all rules and regulations as written by the Illinois Department of Human Services/Illinois Department of Public Health


Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent (can work mínimal shifts without one)

Must have a valid driver's license (can work mínimal shifts without one)

Prefer applicant be 21 to drive company vehicle

Must be able to pass a criminal background check (required by state regulations)


Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time


Pay:
$ $15.75 per hour


Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program

Work Location:
In person