Day Program Caregiver for Adults with Disabilities

Company: VistAbility
Location: Antioch
Posted on: January 23, 2023

Job Description:

Founded in 1965, :VistAbility is a non-profit organization providing direct services to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in 13 locations throughout the Contra Costa and Alameda Counties:.Be a part of a fun, dynamic, social program and be a positive force in someone's life!:The entry-level Caregiver :assists and teaches adults who have disabilities (eg. Down's Syndrome, Autism, Cerebral Palsy) at our CAP-Antioch day program. Group activities include arts and crafts, games, holiday parties, costume contests, music, cooking classes, field trips (parks, museums, grocery store, mall, restaurants, etc.), and more. :As a Caregiver, you would :- Verbally and physically support people in their daily program in an age-appropriate and respectful manner. (This includes providing support in community settings.)- Manages peoples' medical and personal care needs (including assisting with bathroom use), privately, respectfully and using universal safety precautions- Implements lesson plans as developed by the supervisory team and collects data according to prescribed procedures.Minimum Requirements:- Must have California Drivers License and good driving record- Must be able to successfully complete a health screen, a drug screen, and criminal background clearance- Indoor masking is required at all program sites when in contact with any staff and/or participants- COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Required(Covid Vaccination is subject to religious or medical exemption requests)Position: Day Program Caregiver for Adults with DisabilitiesLocation: :Antioch, CAHours: Monday - Friday, :8:00am - 3:30pm, (37.5 hours per week)Compensation: :$17 per hour plus great benefits!Benefits for these work hours include:Medical, Dental,Life and Long Term Disability Insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, Paid vacation, Sick Days, employee discount program, 11 paid Holidays and an additional holiday the week of your Birthday!Our vacation accrual rates are generous!1st and 2nd year of employment = 2 weeks vacation a year;3rd and 4th year of employment = 3 weeks vacation a year;5th to 9th year of employment = 4 weeks vacation a year;the 10th year onward = 5 weeks vacation a year.

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