Job Location : Grand Junction,CO, USA
Hilltop's mission is to create connection to build a community where everyone belongs. We value Relationship, Integrity, Courage, Inclusivity, Growth, and Fun. Who We Are: At Hilltop Community Resources, we are more than a multi-faceted non-profit organization that serves our community. We're a large and vibrant collection of creative and driven individuals that each play a unique and important part in what we do every day. Headquartered in beautiful Western Colorado, Hilltop is invested in the betterment of where we live, work and play. For 75 years, Hilltop has provided resources and support for a wide range of people of all ages, stages and walks of life. Our approach is rooted in our values that we weave into everything we do. We care about people and prioritize a healthy and happy workplace culture. The Part You'll Play: Working at Hilltop is a fantastic opportunity with lots of chances for growth, connection and team building. Hilltop values the employee experience and promotes a culture of purpose and belonging for every employee. We believe work can be fulfilling and fun. This role is no exception. An overview of this position entails...This position is responsible for assisting and providing care support for adults with traumatic brain injuries at the Life Adjustment Program (LAP). ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior that align with the values of the Hilltop's Life Adjustment Program, including Service 1, how we treat each other, and Service 2, how we treat the residents. Service 1 and Service 2 is demonstrated by setting boundaries, being predictable, consistent, kind, and transparent. 2. Providing direct personal unskilled care and hygiene assistance to residents following assigned resident Care Plans, (i.e., bathing, oral care, nominal to severe incontinence care, dressing, grooming, etc.), as well as assisting and monitoring residents during meal times (including, but not limited to, support, oversight, cueing, etc.). 3. Properly communicating the needs of both residents and staff to ensure good customer service and the overall well-being of residents, natural supports, staff and vendors. 4. Completing required documentation promptly, accurately, and legibly. 5. Providing basic behavior management interventions (i.e., defusing anger, redirecting, offering alternative solutions and providing positive guidance for our residents) associated with characteristics of brain-injured individuals. Risks include sexual, verbal, and/or physical aggression that may be exacerbated by co-occurring mental illness, substance abuse, etc. 6. Maintaining professional boundaries with residents, co-workers, and outside agencies associated with any Hilltop program while maintaining the dignity, confidentiality, privacy and rights of every individual. 7. For Care Specialists assigned to overnight shifts, may be required to drive residents to and from offsite locations using handicapped-accessible vehicles, up to and including 12-person buses. 8. Assist in performing housekeeping duties as needed to maintain cleanliness of resident apartments and surrounding grounds. This may include, but not limited to, trash removal, cleaning up bodily fluids (i.e. blood, feces, urine, vomit, etc.) while using the proper Personal Protective Equipment and disinfecting standards, disinfecting, cleaning wheel chairs and walkers, and organizing apartments. 9. Attending team meetings and in-service trainings as scheduled. More Specifically, In This Role We Request: This position requires some specific skills that we hope you can bring. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE One year of related experience or two years of work experience required. Minimum 18 years of age required, unless assigned to overnight roles (minimum 21-year age limit is required due to driving requirement). CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS