Caregiver/Respite Caregiver

The Caregiver/Respite Caregiver provides compassionate, person-centered care and flexible support across Community Homes' residential programs. This position assists residents with daily routines and personal care according to their negotiated care plans while providing both scheduled caregiving and respite coverage as needed. By building familiarity with residents across multiple homes, the Caregiver/Respite Caregiver helps ensure consistent, high-quality care while honoring each resident's rights, dignity, independence, and well-being.

Essential Responsibilities

*Personal Care for Residents:*

• Assist with personal care tasks including bathing, dressing, feeding, personal safety, and other daily needs.
• Support transitions between home and community activities, including ACCESS transportation, work, and family visits.
• Administer medications as per the home’s policies and procedures.

*Household Management:*

• Maintain cleanliness and safety within the home by following infection control procedures and using personal protective equipment.
• Prepare meals in accordance with residents’ dietary needs and preferences, employing proper food handling techniques.

*Documentation & Oversight:*

• Document relevant information in resident logs or incident reports, including detailed descriptions, actions taken, and resident responses.
• Address resident and/or family grievances, changes in resident condition, and other care-related issues with appropriate follow-up.
• Communicate effectively in English with residents, their families, and authorized persons.
• Report any suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation to the DSHS hotline, police (if necessary), and supervisor in accordance with home policies.

*Care Management Specific to Resident Disabilities:*

• Implement behavioral intervention strategies for residents experiencing behavioral difficulties.
• Consider family input on managing challenging behaviors.
• Assist residents in creating a meaningful d...