Behavioral Intervention Assistant- Part Time
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Job Location:
Polson, MT - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 18 - 22
Posted on:
19 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
EPAGA Accredited Caregiver-Behavioral Intervention Assistant (training provided)
Overview:
Join our compassionate team at EPAGA Home Care as a Caregiver with Behavioral Intervention Assistance (BIA) specification where you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for our members through non-medical in-home support services. As anEPAGA Accredited Caregiver with Behavioral Intervention Assistance (BIA) specification you will provide essential personal care companionship home management and habilitative services ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for those you serve. Your dedication will help foster social connections and promote a sense of well-being among our members.
About Us:
EPAGA Home Care is committed to creating a stable and flexible work environment that fosters equal opportunities for learning and personal growth. We believe that the respect care and support extended to our employees mirror the values we uphold with our members. As part of our team you will be encouraged to grow both personally and professionally in a caring and supportive atmosphere.
Compensation:
Pay Range: $18 - $22 per hour
Key Responsibilities:
Behavioral Intervention Assistant (BIA) services are habilitative services provided when there are behavioral health needs of the member and assistance is required with activities of daily living (ADL) instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) and/or social behavioral and adaptive skills. BIAsmust possess specialized skills to address the challenging behaviors of members who have a severe and disabling mental illness. This includes redirecting inappropriate and unsafe behaviors providing supervision to address a members safety and extensive cuing and prompting.
BIA and Member are required to complete an initial goal setting report upon starting services in conjunction with the individual goals that are established with the Members case management team.
- BIA and Member work to achieve established individual goals identified in the Members person centered recovery plan (PCRP).
BIA is required to record a visit note for every shift they have with the Member.
BIA must complete a goal progress report quarterly.
BIA and Member are required to complete a goal setting report annually.
- Other as needed and/or assigned.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Dependability and a commitment to high moral standards are essential
- Must pass background checks including criminal history driving record and references
- Valid drivers license reliable transportation and proof of current automobile insurance are required
- Must possess a working phone number
- Completion of EPAGA Accredited Caregiver with Behavioral Intervention Assistant specialty training is mandatory; prior training as a Personal Care Attendant (PCA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and/or Behavioral Intervention Assistant (BIA) may qualify for a training waiver.
Travel Requirements:
-This position may require travel throughout the year to various member locations including their homes and community settings. Employees should be prepared to travel in diverse weather conditions and adapt to different environments as needed.
Physical Demands:
- Work will occur in member homes community settings and vehicles
- Light to moderate physical exertion may be required including standing walking and lifting
- Use of Personal Protective Equipment is necessary in certain situations
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The EPAGA Caregiver is responsible for non-medical, in-home support services and personal care which provide for the comfort, safety and general supervision of ...
