Life Skills Caregiver

Job Description

Job Description

Build meaningful connections through teaching daily living skills and independence to adults who have developmental disabilities! $14.35 / hr. M-F 8a-4p. Non-CNAs welcome. A rewarding career opportunity providing supports to groups of adults who have intellectual / developmental disabilities. Teaching, mentoring, caregiving, medical monitoring, transfers, and hygiene assistance are a few of the tasks you'll be responsible for. These supports are provided in a group day program setting. This is a positive and uplifting work environment - where you can make a difference. Consistent, full-time shifts M-F 8a-4p - plus occasional overtime. EOE Hiring immediately!

Supports could include teaching people how to :

• Maintain living space, personal hygiene and balance in their day program, home life & weekly schedules
• Participate in activities, exercise, use etiquette, improve coping skills & self esteem
• Plan & prepare meals, grocery shop, operate household appliances, and budget
• Use community resources, understand their rights, and be safety aware
• Manage their sensory needs and maintain their own structured environment

Positions require assisting individuals with hygiene / personal care, transferring, use of gait belts, and physically supporting individuals (training provided). A comprehensive two-week paid training is provided (this is excellent paid training with certifications).

Shifts : Monday-Friday 8 : 00 a.m. - 4 : 00 p.m. steady and stable shifts

Requirements for a Life Skills Trainer :

Benefits : Full time benefits - health / vision / dental insurance, paid vacation / sick / holiday leave, employee assistance program, free parking, matching 401(k) plan and much more! We have a variety of shifts, consistent weekly schedules, occasional opportunities for overtime, plus growth and advancement opportunities. KETCH is a qualifying employer for some Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) programs.