Job Descriptions
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Job Title: Direct Care Worker
Supervisor (title): Program Director, QP
Exempt/Non-exempt: Non-Exempt
Department: TILT
Prepared by/Date: Donna Gaddy 2/2014 Approved by/Date: Melissa Sapp 2/ 2014
Summary (A brief description that summarizes the overall purpose and objectives of the position, the results the worker is expected to accomplish and the degree of freedom to act.):
The Director Care Worker is responsible for all aspects of the client’s care. These responsibilities include but not limited to activities of daily living, program implementation, behavioral monitoring, medication administration, community functions and all required documentation.
Essential Functions (List the tasks, duties, and responsibilities of the position that are most important to get the job done. The responsibilities should be listed in the order of importance, with the highest priority functions first.):
- Follow all Lutheran Services Carolinas policies and procedures
2. Provide personal care/assistance and/or habilitation in accordance with the Department of Health & Human Services Service Definition Manual per client’s authorized service and units.
3. Provide a supportive therapeutic relationship with the client which addresses and implements interventions outlines in the Person Centered Plan and to adhere to the client’s approved Behavior plan/Guidelines and/or Crisis Plan;
4. Provide training and/or supervision in accordance with an client’s age and emotional needs and in accordance with their person centered plan; and structure the client’s activities and daily routine in the home, school, and other environments in efforts to enhance social roles and community membership;
5. Assist the client in the development of social and age appropriate behaviors. The Direct Care Worker will support the client in the development/maintenance of good personal care and hygiene habits. The Direct Care Worker will train/assist the client in household chores and responsibilities, money management, etc., as identified in the person centered plan
6. Responsible for medication administration.
7. Responsible for completing and providing all required documentation on behaviors, incidents and progress on goals and any other documentation as required by the area program and/or Lutheran Services Carolinas.
8. Responsible for participating in orientation sessions, scheduled service Host meetings, and any training mandated by the state and /or area program.
9. Respond to other specific duties as assigned by supervisor.
Supervisory Responsibilities, if any (The scope of the person’s authority, including the positions that report to the incumbent.):None
Working Conditions (please complete the information listed below):
1 Usual office conditions
1 Usual office conditions with occasional exposure to some undesirable elements*
1 Frequent exposure to undesirable elements*
*List the undesirable elements with the percent of the work day exposed to the elements.
1. ______%
2. ______%
3. ______%
Physical Effort (please complete the information listed below):
The job duties require lifting or moving moderate to heavy materials as a regular part of the job. 1 No r Yes*
*List the activity requiring physical effort, the weight or effort required (in pounds) and the percent of the work day spent in actual, hand-on movement of weight:
Activity Weight of Materials % of day
1. _lifting/assisting clients______>20pds______varies_
2. ______
3. ______
Minimum Job Requirements:
Education/Experience: High School diploma or equivalent; 1 year experience in human services preferred
Specific skills/abilities: Must possess personal characteristics, physical ability and temperament suited to working with people.
Specialized knowledge, licenses, etc: Valid NC driver’s license; automobile passes a NC Vehicle Inspection / Safety and Emissions (OBDII), adequate insurance coverage, Minimum age of 21
Success Factors (Personal characteristics that contribute to an individual’s ability to excel on the job):
Ability to work well with others
Even tempered
Team player
Great work ethic
This job description is not an employment contract. Lutheran Services Carolinas reserves the right to alter the job description at any time without notice.
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Employee Signature Date
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Supervisor Signature Date