- Salary
- $16 – $18/hr
- Location
- Pendleton, OR
- Department
- Customer Service
- Experience
- 18+ years
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
Horizon Project is a nonprofit organization that provides hands-on care to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We're looking for compassionate caregivers to help our clients in their homes and in the community. We have openings in our Residential & Supported Living programs, as well as our Day Support & Job Coaching programs. No prior experience or certifications are required, but experience may be considered when discussing starting pay.
Pay Scale: $16 - $18.50 depending on experience
Job Duties (may vary based on shift):
- Give clients their medications
- Help clients manage and track their money
- Help clients shower, brush teeth, and go to the bathroom (male and female clients)
- Assist with housework like cooking, cleaning, and laundry
- Make sure the clients are healthy and notify a supervisor if there is a health concern
- Drive clients to medical appointments or jobs
- Take clients on community outings (museum, library, county fair, etc.)
- Work with a diverse team to ensure quality client care
- Plan fun activities for clients
- Use a computer every shift to document client activities and medications
- Quick response to medical emergencies
- Remain calm in a chaotic environment (multiple clients and/or staff in one room)
- Be understanding that client conditions may result in physical or verbal outbursts
- Report all suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of clients
Schedule:
Horizon Project provides 24/7 care to clients so there are a variety of shift options. Shift openings may vary based on location.
- Day shift
- Swing shift
- Graveyard (NOC) shift
- Weekend shift differential: +$1 per hour on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Benefits:
- Paid sick time and vacation time
- Partially paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company paid life insurance, disability insurance, and employee assistance program
- Employment is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF - See Federal Student Aid website for details)
- Paid, on-the-job training
- Annual raises
- Company vehicle for client transportation
- Consistent schedule every week
- Casual dress code
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must pass an ODHS Criminal background check (renewed every 3 years)
- Must pass a drug test
- Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)
- Must be able to use a computer (typing, internet navigation, email)
Horizon Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer