SUMMARY STATEMENT: The caregiver is responsible for providing quality care that meets the needs of clients and their families. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: · To oversee the health and safety of client during care · Ability to attend to fully assist with toileting and hygiene care. This includes changing diapers, giving showers as needed, and dressing young adults · Extremely responsible, reliable, and above reproach with strong character · Effective communication with parents and other caregivers · Communicates directly with parents · ½ day or full day shifts available – employer is flexible if changes are scheduled and communicated early · Competency in meal preparation · Lite housekeeping and upkeep as it pertains to the care of the clients · Occasional weekend care a plus · Must connect with client from day one · Must be fun, patient, kind and loving · Must treat the client with courtesy, dignity and respect · Must have reliable transportation, valid ODL and valid vehicle insurance · Must be able to converse in basic English – ESL ok · Must have a reliable cell phone/continuous service BACKGROUND CHECK/REFERENCES: · Must be able to pass background check including driving records (no major citations) · Must provide two letters of reference from three non-family members that can vouch for your work ethic, integrity, honesty and character. TO APPLY: · Interview conducted by guardians, hiring and salary will be through an agency. · For a first round phone interview please contact Tammie Kent at 503-708-6313