Direct Care Staff provide support and care to individuals with severe and persistent mental health challenges. Direct Care Staff are required to perform all duties in accordance with Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 30935-0100 and all other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Our staff are compassionate, competent, energetic, and professional. In addition, staff are expected to be patient, fair, firm, consistent and able to deescalate situations using excellent communication skills.
Responsibilities:
Management and Medication Administration
Assist with basic ADL’s if needed
Cook and Prepare meals
Perform light housekeeping
Be a pleasant and supportive companion
Report unusual incidents and chart progress
Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
Participates in personal and organizational development
Successfully completes all required orientation, training, and health testing
Provide support with hobbies, studies, and social activities
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to quickly become proficient in all office technology, required for the position
Ability to manage, prioritize and complete multiple job duties throughout your shift
Knowledge of emergency response, first aid and CPR
Good housekeeping abilities
Cooking skills with attention to dietary constraints
Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
Respectful and compassionate
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
Strong ethics
Physical endurance
Capable of implementing the setting’s emergency procedures and disaster plan
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Ability to de-escalate a stressful environment.
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be at least 18 years old
Capable of implementing the facility’s emergency procedures and disaster plan
One year caregiving experience
Clear criminal background check
Be literate and capable of understanding written and oral orders
Have good communication skills
Experience in Management and Medication Administration
Tuberculosis and Hepatitis B status provided within two weeks of employment
Meet other qualifications when required by contract or financing arrangement approved by the division
Full time employment
12-hour Shifts
night differential
3 positions available
