In Home Caregiver (Evenings + Overnights)

Company: TC's COMMUNITY
Location: Boulder
Posted on: November 25, 2022

Job Description:

*Summary*

TCs Community is a unique nonprofit created by family and friends to provide a supportive home and community for a woman who has autism and does not speak. This active, friendly woman thrives in her home and community with 24-hour support from staff and roommates. TC's Community provides for her health, safety, a happy home life, nurturing relationships with family and friends, and ensuring her valued presence in favorite community activities.

TC's Community is currently in search of a friendly, dependable, part-time overnight/live-in caregiver (2 shifts/week) who understands the importance of providing support and meeting the needs of this wonderful woman.

*The ideal candidate will be: *
* Caring, compassionate, curious
* Comfortable in a variety of settings and able to quickly problem solve independently on the spot
* Committed, creative, flexible, and friendly individual with a great sense of humor
* Able to develop personal connections
* Able to plan and implement activities at home
* Female & non-smoking

*Position Description*
* Responsible for providing nighttime care and support from 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm MST & on-call availability through the night until 7:00 am MST
* Always ensure safety and well-being
* Assist her to bed and throughout the night as needed
* Actively engage with her through companionship and participating in her favorite activities
* Ability to be one-on-one with her at home completing routine home activities but strives to create new home-based activities as well
* Provide emotional support and encouragement to preform necessary tasks
* Maintain open communication with TC's Community regarding her medical and emotional condition
* Document and report any changes in her health status
* Perform other reasonable duties as needed

*Qualifications*
* High School Diploma or GED
* No prior healthcare or caregiver experience required but experience/knowledge working with individuals who have chronic and acute conditions considered an asset
* Ability to lift 40+ pounds on a regular basis
* Ability to problem solve quickly
* Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language to complete reports and documents
* Basic technology knowledge and familiarity of iPad/tablet usage
* Must have a valid driver's license, car insurance and meet TCs Community driving requirements
* Pass all background and motor vehicle checks
* Must be female & non-smoking to be considered for this position

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Schedule:
* Evening shift
* Night shift
* Overnight shift
* Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:
* Boulder, CO 80303: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:
* Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:
* Night Shift (Required)
* Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: One location%58047475%

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