Household Supporter

Posted 10 days ago

heartbeet lifesharingHardwick (VT)

Social and Human Service Assistants Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities

SENIORITY

Junior

SALARY

$22.00 per hour

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About the role

Household Supporter Heartbeet Lifesharing is looking for both Part-Time and Full-Time Household Supporters to assist adults with developmental disabilities with their day to day life skills and activities, while supporting individuals to achieve their identified person-centered goals, and helping with various practical and administrative household needs. The ideal candidate is someone who is joyful, humorous, caring, organized, and has a great love for being outside on our land and farm, accompanying outings, and building lasting friendships. In your role as a Household Supporter you will be in regular communication with the Householder. The Household Supporter is responsible for supporting the Householders to help in creating a health-enhancing environment where everyone is recognized for their unique contributions.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Direct Support
Supporting individual (s) with hygiene, brushing and flossing teeth, and washing hands
Supporting individual (s) with the bathroom and toileting
Supporting individual (s) with keeping room generally tidy and with weekly room cleaning
Supporting individual (s) in processing information that pertains to their daily life
Supporting individual (s) engaging in socially appropriate interactions
Supporting individual (s) developing meaningful relationships
Supporting household activities as guided by the householder and the house schedule including meal preparation and clean up, evening social activities, and celebration of festivals, events, and birthdays
Cleaning duties throughout the household

Roles & Responsibilities:

Household Support
Cooking meals as scheduled and per dietary guidelines
Following guidance of householders, striving to meet the individual needs of household members, caring for the general social mood of the household, and engaging household members to the fullest extent possible
Participating in weekly household meetings if scheduling permits
Taking responsibility by asking questions about Heartbeet's policies, protocols, and cultural life in order to be most effective
Sharing your interests is a valuable contribution - whether that be reading a book aloud, practicing a musical instrument, sketching, or a craft

Roles & Responsibilities:

Health and Safety
Ensuring that homes are clean and safe and provide recommendations concerning repairs, maintenance, renovations or improvements as appropriate
In cooperation with the Director of Licensing and Compliance, supporting investigations of any home-based accidents and ensuring completion of incident reports as required
Ensuring that the Heartbeet Health and Safety Policies and Procedures are effectively implemented in the home
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Excellent verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Self motivated and driven with the ability to organize and complete tasks
Willingness to accept supervision, coaching, and guidance from others
Passionate to work with individuals with differing levels of abilities and needs
Positive attitude and excitement to join a mission-driven organization
Reliable and able to adapt to changing conditions
Direct experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities (preferred but not required)

Qualifications:

18+ Years of AgeHigh School Diploma (or equivalent)
Valid U.S. Driver's LicenseI-9 Employment Eligibility Verification
Must pass required Background Checks for position
BenefitsPaid Time OffPaid Sick LeavePaid Holidays
Annual Bonus that is distributed as quarterly payments in January/April/July/October
Option to enroll in a Simple IRA Plan with a 3% Employer Match

Reports To: Householder

Hours / Job TypePart-Time / Full-Time: 20-40 Hours/Week

Weekends: Preferred

Job Location: In Office

Compensation: $22/Hour

Heartbeet Lifesharing actively seeks a diverse pool of candidates and welcomes people from all racial and ethnic backgrounds, abilities, gender identities, religions, ages, and sexual orientations to apply; as an EOE/AA employer, Heartbeet Lifesharing will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, national origin or ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, genetic information, veteran or disability status or any other factor prohibited by law.

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