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SalaryJob Title: Lead Caregiver
Company: Imagine Supported Living Services
Location: Santa Cruz County, CA
Schedules Available:
Monday - Friday 2pm - 8pm
Mon - Thurs 7am - 6pm, Fri 7am - 2pm
Salary: $20.50 per hour
About Us: Imagine Supported Living Services is a nonprofit organization; our mission is to empower individuals with developmental disabilities through service and advocacy; We promote empowerment in our clients’ homes and inclusivity in our community. Home Support Specialists work on a one to one basis, with an adult who has a developmental disability in that person's private residence. We are committed to providing exceptional caregiving services that enhance the lives of our clients. If you are someone who would like to make a difference in someone else’s life, with or without prior caregiver experience, we invite you to join our team!
Position Overview: As a Lead Caregiver, you will take on a leadership role within our caregiving team, setting an example of excellence and ensuring that our clients receive the best possible care. Doing so by providing direct caregiving services to clients, including assistance with activities of daily living, companionship, and emotional support.
Responsibilities may include:
- Personal Assistance: Ability to assist the individual with activities of daily living including bathing, toileting, and other self-help skills.
- Assistance with meal preparation, activity planning, participating in community outings and events, completing errands and shopping.
- Lead by example, demonstrating professionalism, compassion, and dedication to the well-being of our clients and others.
- Administering medication as needed.
- Collaborate with the care management team to assess and develop care plans.
- Document client progress and report any changes in their health or behavior.
- Driving assistance using personal vehicle.
Qualifications:
- Background check clearance
- Valid Drivers License
- Experience in a related field (recommended)
- Ability and willingness to support individuals with challenging behaviors.
- Patient nature
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to; read and interpret documents, write specific reports and correspondence, apply mathematical concepts to practical situations, apply conflict resolution skills, and interpret written and verbal instructions if required.
- Dependable, punctual, and trustworthy.
- Successful training in, and use of, First Aid/CPR.
If necessary, the agency will provide CPR certification.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid sick time
- Vision insurance
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- A supportive and caring work environment
- Creative work environment
- The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others
How to Apply: All of our open positions can be found on our website at *www.imaginesls.org* Please submit your resume outlining your experience and join our team, and become a pivotal part of our mission to provide the highest quality of care and support to our clients. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- No weekends
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
