Living Service Trainer (Care Taker) (Fremont)
12 days ago
Fremont
Job DescriptionSalary: $20 - $24 / hourly (depending on experience) JOB SUMMARY: Friends of Children with Special Needs (FCSN) is a nonprofit organization. FCSN Living Service Program is seeking an energetic, patient, detail-oriented, and reliable trainer. The position is responsible for providing training and supervision to adults with developmental challenges. Work locations in Fremont and/or San Jose area. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Under the supervision of Case Manager, the essential functions of the Living Service (LS) Trainer are to * provide personal care assistance, supervision and support and to optimize participants success in their living arrangements; * conduct training and personalized assistance to enhance participants health, independence and overall skills; and * transport participants for essential living functions and community engagement. This position involves implementing Person-Centered Thinking (PCT) activities, promoting participants living skills, ensuring their well-being, and maintaining a safe and supportive living RESPONSIBILITIES: * Provide training, personal care assistance and support to participant in maximizing living skills, independence, optimal health, emotional stability, and community integration. * Provide close supervision, assistance and engagement to ensure participants safety, well-being and needs are met. * Supervise and/or Assist with personal care tasks (bathing, brushing, dressing, grooming, and toileting), household maintenance tasks, healthy meal preparation, health monitoring and medication management. * Observe and timely report changes in the participant's physical or mental health to supervisor. * Conduct training and organize a variety of activities tailored to participants diverse needs, skills and interests. * Motivate and actively engage participants in living-skill training, classes, activities and healthy lifestyle practices to promote their overall skills and optimal health. * Offer emotional support, engage in conversation, and provide companionship to enhance the well- being of the participate. * Assist participants in exploring community resources, planning, and attending community outings. * Transport participants for grocery shopping, leisure activities, Special Olympic practices/tournament, preferred outings and community engagement and as needed trips. * Implement positive behavioral prevention strategies and intervention techniques. * Assist participants to self-administer prescribed medication or over-counter med. Record on the medication log with signatures. * Effectively and respectfully communicate with participants, families, team members and supervisors. * Document participants daily service log, behaviors, participation, activities, objective tracking and incidents. • Complete quarterly, semi-annual and annual PCT ISP reports in a timely manner and engage participants in achieving their ISP objectives. Engage in precautionary practices to mitigate health, safety and any other risks to participants' well- being. • Follow established safety protocols and emergency procedures, intervening as necessary. Perform first aid, CPR, and other emergency services (e.g. evacuations) as appropriate to the needs of participants. * Participate in team meetings and contribute to the development of care plans. * Attend staff meetings, apartment meetings, and staff training (All training and meetings are mandatory). * Communicate proactively with supervisors regarding participants' well-being, needs, incidents, concerns, etc. * Be a supportive team player, support coworkers and promote team morale. * Respect participants rights, dignity, privacy. Timely report observations or evidence of violations of any of the personal rights and dependent adult and elder abuse. * Comply with HIPAA law and confidentiality. * Participate in FCSN special events and fundraisers. REQUIREMENTS: * Education: A high school diploma is required; a higher education degree is preferred. * Experience: have at least one year of experience working with the developmentally disabled or being an enthusiastic, quick learner with an impeccable work ethic. * Professional Skills * Good oral and written communications skills in English. * Good behavioral management skills. * Ability to teach, conduct training, arrange activities, work effectively and independently. * Sufficient skills in using Microsoft Office applications, email, and data entry, etc. * Ability to adapt to the changing needs of participants and respond to unexpected situations. * Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task to meet deadlines. * Proficient critical thinking skills in decision making situations, good organizational and record keeping skills, and good independent. * Environmental Conditions * Must be able to meet flexible schedule and be open to assignments and caseloads. * Able and willing to perform tasks that may involve lifting (25 lbs), bending, and assisting with personal care and mobility needs. * Extensive amount of time driving and transporting clients in the community, standing and walking. * Must have a reliable vehicle with full car insurance (proof of vehicle insurance), clean DMV record and willing to transport participants in personal vehicle for participants traveling needs. * Use electronic devices for documentation and notes. * Personality Traits: * Patient, caring, empathetic, with a genuine commitment to enhancing the quality of life for program participants. * Take initiative, energetic, reliable, multi-tasks, a quick learner. * Have a creative, innovative, open, and positive mindset and a 'Can Do' attitude. * Have great interpersonal skills, collaborate with diverse people, and maintain a positive, uplifting, and optimistic work environment. COMPANY WIDE JOB REQUIREMENTS: * Must pass DOJ fingerprint-based background clearance prior to employment. * Must pass a health screening and TB test prior to employment. * Must possess a valid driver's license and have a clean driving record. * Obtain valid CPR and First Aid Certificate within one month of employment. * Use of mask when recommended/required by local Public Health Department. BENEFITS: • 401(k) & matching, • Dental/Vision/Health insurance, • Life/AD&D insurance, • Paid time off (PTO), • Holiday Pay, • Sign on Bonus/ Referral Bonus Program