PCA/CLS/CAI
Company: Aspire Behavioral Health & DD Services
Location: Blakely
Posted on: July 31, 2022
Job Description:
Job Description
- SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE!!Minimum Education: High School Diploma
or GED Equivalent with basic reading, writing and math skills;
ability to use a computer for word processing with a minimum of 25
WPM. Proof of high school diploma or GED is required.Preferred:
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) designation preferred but not
requiredMinimum Experience: Ability to work with adults who have
been diagnosed with an Intellectual/Developmental disability who
have exceptional needs.
- Experience in Person-Centered Organization Skills
preferred
- Valid Drivers' License and Automobile Insurance Required
- Personal transportation to use during shift for transportation
of individuals supported
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to complete and pass the following training courses and
apply skills:
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
- AAA Defensive Driving
- CPR/First Aid
- Proxy Caregiver
- Personal Care AssistantASSIGNED DUTIESDESCRIPTION OF WORK
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Under general supervision, the PCA will
work as part of a team to ensure duties are performed in a way that
empowers the individual supported and promotes a person's
independence at the highest level possible. The PCA will be
responsible to carrying out person-centered services based on the
individuals preferences and choices identified in ISP; focus on
creating a meaningful life that meets the physical, social and
developmental needs of each person; protect each person's health,
dignity, safety, comfort, well-being, civil, human and legal
rights. Minimum training standards will be performed by all staff
and additional training will be based on the needs of individuals
supported.
- Maintain and submit ACCURATE records which may include but not
limited to: Financial Reports for cash management and personal
spending, Behavior Supports, Personal Care/Companion Tasks and
Medication Assistance based on agency training and policies.
- Complete and submit ACCURATE person-centered documentation
through CareLogic. Documentation will reflect a person's choice,
observations, descriptions and quotes.
- Provide person-centered community living support services at a
minimum frequency as described in the ISP; to include but not
limited to assistance with advocacy, adult daily living skills,
bathing, dressing, education, personal hygiene and home care skills
such as bed making, laundry, shopping, paying bills and medical
appointments.
- Escort and empower the individual to engage in Community Living
to promote true Community Integration and Inclusion in the larger
natural community. Practices should include the use of community
resources that are available to other citizens with
disabilities.
Keywords: Aspire Behavioral Health & DD Services, Albany , PCA/CLS/CAI, Other , Blakely, Georgia
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