Health & Wellness Care Professional - 2nd Shift, Part time

HEALTH AND WELLNESS CARE PROFESSIONAL

Chileda's mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with cognitive and behavioral challenges. Chileda's goal is to help students increase their appropriate social behaviors and develop independent living skills through an enriched learning environment and individualized behavior programming. Chileda's population includes children and young adults with special needs , including Autism, Attachment Challenges, related developmental delays, and intensive behavioral needs.

SUMMARY : The Health & Wellness Care Professional (HWCP) p rovide s care, advocacy, and treatment across all shifts for all residents and day students of Chileda . This position is responsible for passing scheduled and non-scheduled medications to students giving basic first aid treatment for minor injuries, accompanying residents on medical and / or dental appointments as needed, and seeking guidance from medical professionals related to emergency medical treatment. This position will also perform other duties as assigned by the Health and Wellness Manager and Health and Wellness Care Coordinator(s).

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE :

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR
• Successful completion of CBRF Medication Administration training or willingness to attend training
• Strong interpersonal, verbal , and written communication skills
• Proficient PC skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office products, including Microsoft Outlook and Word

GENERAL HOURS OF DUTY : Monday through Friday between 6 : 00 AM and 10 : 15 PM, every other weekend with shared holidays. Hours may rotate as needed. For full-time positions, t his is a non-exempt, benefited role scheduled for 40 hours per week.

REPORTS TO : Health & Wellness Manager

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