High Behavioral Caregivers Day/Night shifts, Vista Care, WI, US

Vista Care is a leading service and support organization that is proud to provide specialized, supportive services to a diverse population throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Colorado, South Dakota, Utah, and Nevada. We specialize in offering comprehensive care and support services for individuals with disabilities, empowering them to lead fulfilling and independent lives.

At Vista Care, we value the well-being and independence of the individuals we serve. As a Caregiver, you will play a crucial role in providing compassionate care, support, and assistance in activities of daily living to our Individuals. Here at Vista Care, we believe in a person-centered approach, where our Individuals' needs and preferences are at the forefront of the care we provide.

The individuals we support in our complex behavioral homes exhibit behavioral challenges, including aggression, the use of profanity, and disruptive actions. Our caregivers receive targeted training and support strategies to help manage these behaviors effectively and to foster a more positive environment.

Responsibilities:

● DSP is to be able to read, write, acknowledge and adhere to all Vista Care policies and procedures. 

● Follows guidelines of shift duties and tasks. 

● Demonstrates reliability and dependability in reporting for scheduled shifts, including remaining on duty at program locations until another staff arrives to maintain a safe environment for our individuals served. 

● Respects the rights of individuals served, including being familiar with Individual Rights and ensuring a supervisor is informed of any issues related to the rights of those served with a sense of urgency. 

● Acts as an advocate for individuals supported and served, ensuring they are treated with dignity and respect at all times. 

● Maintains professional boundaries at all times with individuals served, guardians, other team members, etc. 

● Responsible for maintaining a clean, comfortable and supportive, working atmosphere ensuring a homelike environment. 

● Relate to those served with a caring and professional attitude and shows respect to them and other team members in every interaction. 

● Demonstrates positive communication in all interactions and initiates services. Treats individuals in an age appropriate manner with dignity and respect. 

● Works to involve individuals supporting in the decorating and care of their surroundings. 

● Ensures individuals supported are kept clean and neat in appearance, inclusive of assisting them in their choice of dressing, initiating the individual served to assure hygiene needs are met, ensuring all clothing is clean and in good condition with any needs reported to the supervisor.