The Respite Care Provider provides short term, direct care for eligible participants.

The purpose of this care is to provide relief for family members, parents or guardians to enable them to attend to personal matters.

The Respite Care Provider has a demonstrated interest in working in direct care position serving the emotional, physical and health needs of eligible participants.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.

Depending upon the eligible participants needs provides direct care as per caregiver instruction indicated on the Care Provision Instruction form.

This may include assisting with in home activities of daily living.

2.

Assures that health and safety needs are observed.

3.

Prepares meals and assists the participant in nutritional skills, ensuring that nutritional needs are met within the home during the time of care.

4.

Observes and supervises eligible participants in home activities.

5.

Performs or requests emergency assistance as required.

6.

Maintains records and prepares case notes daily on services provided within the home.

7.

Maintains current knowledge of Respite Program services and technology.

8.

Inputs participant information and case notes into electronic medical record, in accordance with agency procedures, state and federal requirements.

9.

Implements all agency policies as appropriate.

10.

Attends training seminars, in-service sessions, and staff meetings.

11.

Responsible for maintaining training compliance in accordance with FRA policies and procedures, state and federal regulations.

12.

Provides other support services and duties as necessary.

This company is a federal contractor and an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.