The Caregiver position involves working with aging and disabled adults in an recreational therapy environment. This position is a key caregiver role for these clients. Employee will lead or assist with large group daily activities and will relate to all adult clients in a positive manner regardless of age or ability. All Caregivers will collaborate with other front line staff as well as the CTRS, the ADS Program Manager and the ADS Associate Director.

• DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• · Maintain consistent interaction with all clients by creating and maintaining a good working relationship with all clients.
• · Assist in serving and clearing two meals and one snack per day.
• · Fill in as a driver to transport clients to/ from facility and outings in company van (Does not require CDL license).
• · Clean and sanitize activity areas between groups of clients.
• · Work with CTRS on leading calendared activities that assist clients with their daily goals. In addition, Program Aides will assist with set up and cleanup of all activities.
• · Assist with Intergenerational activities as needed.
• · Assist clients with Activities of Daily living as needed including walking, toileting, assisting clients on and off company vans and moving from one activity to another.
• · Maintain compliance with ADS Policies and Procedures, as well as the policies in the Neighborhood House Employee Manual.
• · Attend company wide, in person in-service training monthly.
• · Maintain professional appearance and adhere to the dress code as outlined in Neighborhood House Employee Manual
• · Be dependable and punctual in reporting for work and adhere to Neighborhood House Attendance Policy
• · Maintain confidentiality, comply with HIPPA Laws
• · Ensure client safety and promote engagement.
• · Other duties as assigned.
• · Track and chart on assigned clients.
• · Communicate effectively with other staff member.
• EDUCATION & TRAINING
  • • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • • CPR/ First Aid Certified
  • • Food Handlers Permit
    • KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
    • · Familiarity with adult day programs, is preferred, as is an understanding of the needs and challenges of aging and/or disabled adults and their families and caregivers.
    • · A demonstrated desire to care for people, including the above-referenced population, is optimal. The candidate should be solutions-oriented and able to problem solve collaboratively and independently, with minimal direction.
    • · CNA, TRT or other professional licensures is a plus, but not required.
      • OTHER REQUIREMENTS
      • · Must be 18 years of age
      • · Valid Utah driver’s license Successful candidates must have a valid Utah driver’s license.
      • · Should be able to be trained and drive company van up to 14 passengers.
      • · Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more.
      • · Obtain initial health exam.
      • · Communicate effectively in English, with additional proficiency in Spanish or other language is a plus.
      • · Pass background check and drug screening
      • · Must have full vaccination for Covid-19
        • WORKING CONDITIONS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
        • · Hours are full time and schedules are made by Day Services Manager
        • · Salary $16 – $18 depending on experience and licensure.
        • · PTO is accrued at beginning of employment and available for use after 90 days.
        • · Ability to participate in 401K plans
        • · Center will be closed on major holidays as well as In Service Days as designated by Leadership.
        • · Eligible for free day care services for one eligible child or adult. Additional adults or children may be enrolled at a discounted rate.
        • · Breakfast, lunch and snacks are provided daily for all employees.