Caregiver

We are Tabitha for Relief and Development, and we desire justice, both for people and their communities, so that they flourish. We strive for lasting change for those who live in poverty, are excluded, or are caught in a crisis. We value entrepreneurship and are ready to go off the beaten track. We desire to partner with everyone who shares our mission.

We are looking for an experienced Caregiver to be based in our safe shelter.

About the position:

Tabitha is looking for a full time Caregiver who will be responsible for providing shelter support, ensure a safe environment, manage resident needs, maintain records, report incidents etc. The Caregiver reports to the Shelter Manager.

Main Tasks:

• Ensure day and night shift at the safe shelter based on a pre-set schedule with the shelter manager (including weekends);
• Provide technical and logistical support to the shelter manager and social worker;
• Maintain a safe, comfortable and clean shelter environment;
• Take every reasonable precaution to ensure the safety and well-being of the beneficiaries;
• Communicate with shelter residents, co-workers and supervisors;
• Manage medications for residents;
• Prepare schedule for meals and chores for residents;
• Ensure transportation and accompany beneficiaries to appointment (doctors, hospital) when needed in collaboration with the social worker;
• Keep proper care records and reporting changes to shelter team;
• Report any unusual incidents;
• Attend staff meetings and trainings when needed;
• Attending in person or online trainings on safe identification and referral, PSEA, employee engagement, shelter management and PFA;
• Report to the line manager in a timely manner with a high standard of accuracy;
• Attend meeting when necessary and share the tools with other staff members;
• Visit the main office when necessary.

Requirements:

• Caregiver must be Female.
• Respectful, compassionate, trustworthy.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good time management skills.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Organizational and planning skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Remarks:

• All Tabitha policies, guidelines and checklists are an integral part of this Job Description and must be implemented.
• Policy on Safety and Security.
• Guidelines on Prevention of Corruption.
• Guideline on PSEA.
• Tabitha Code of Conduct and child protection.