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About iCare Solutions (ICS)

At iCare Solutions (ICS), we are dedicated to providing exceptional clinical excellence and compassionate care. Each employee plays a vital role in fulfilling our mission to support individuals with developmental and respiratory needs.

We equip our team with the tools, training, and resources necessary to succeed—while maintaining full compliance with all professional, ethical, and regulatory standards.

Employees are expected to work collaboratively across disciplines to ensure safe, effective, and person-centered care. ICS values integrity, accountability, empathy, and professional growth, fostering an environment where respect and compassion guide every interaction.

Position Summary

The Respiratory Therapist (RT) provides care, supervision, and clinical support to individuals with developmental disabilities in accordance with established procedures and standards.

This position combines clinical respiratory care with direct assistance in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), ensuring a supportive and therapeutic environment.

Successful RTs demonstrate:

• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Clear communication and problem-solving abilities
• Adherence to state established protocols and regulations

Supervision and Work Expectations

Supervision:

• Reports to the RT Supervisor for performance, scheduling, and guidance
• Receives day-to-day direction from the Home Administrator and/or Lead RN

Schedule:

• Standard shifts are 12 hours; flexibility is required for overnight, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
• Primary work location is a residential care facility (assignments may vary)
• Compliance with state regulations, vaccination requirements, and safety protocols is mandatory

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. General Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment that respects residents’ dignity and rights
• Deliver Active Treatment and positive interventions in accordance with ICS standards
• Use effective communication, documentation, and time management skills
• Report incidents, suspected abuse, or violations of rights immediately to the Administrator
• Uphold ICS’s mission of holistic, person-centered, and integrated care

2. Core Resident Care Duties

A. Daily Living Support

• Assist residents with ADLs including lifting, transferring, and mobility support
• Implement and monitor Individual Program Plans (IPPs)
• Apply behavior support and positive intervention strategies
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure cohesive care
• Act as a resident advocate, safeguarding individual rights and well-being
• Facilitate skill-building and independence in daily routines
• Promote social, emotional, cognitive, and developmental growth through structured activities
• Support a hygienic environment through light housekeeping and sanitation duties

B. Resident Engagement

• Support occupational, recreational, vocational, and educational programs
• Encourage resident participation in community and therapeutic activities
• Display empathy and professionalism with residents and families
• Document progress, participation, and behavior in resident records
• Provide mentorship and onboarding support to new staff members

C. Observation, Documentation & Emergency Response

• Observe, document, and report physical and behavioral changes promptly
• Respond effectively to medical or behavioral emergencies
• Conduct assessments at admission, daily, and as needed
• Supervise residents under special precautions (elopement, suicide risk, self-injury, etc.)
• Maintain and monitor emergency medical equipment and supplies
• Complete all incident and progress reports accurately and in a timely manner

3. Respiratory Care Responsibilities

• Deliver all respiratory care in compliance with Respiratory Care Board regulations
• Administer respiratory treatments and therapies safely and effectively
• Manage oxygen delivery systems and ventilator care
• Perform airway management and tracheal suctioning
• Interpret arterial blood gas (ABG) results and initiate interventions
• Administer prescribed medications accurately per protocol
• Communicate changes in resident condition to physicians and staff promptly
• Participate in shift handoffs, walking rounds, and interdisciplinary meetings
• Document all treatments, outcomes, and resident responses in records

4. Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Participate in the development and review of each resident’s IPP
• Attend case conferences and care plan reviews
• Contribute to goal-setting, skill development, and behavioral planning
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and compliance across all care activities

5. Facility & Environmental Support

• Perform light housekeeping, laundry, and personal property organization
• Inspect fire safety and adaptive equipment routinely
• Report and correct safety hazards or equipment malfunctions immediately
• Support infection control and universal precaution procedures

6. Training and Professional Development

• Attend a minimum of four (4) ICS meetings annually
• Complete required continuing education units (CEUs) to maintain licensure
• Participate in mandatory and ongoing training programs for skill enhancement

Physical Demands

This position requires sufficient strength, agility, and endurance to perform essential care functions. Duties may include:

• Standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing, and pulling
• Occasional running, kneeling, or climbing
• Operating motor vehicles and assistive equipment safely
• Prolonged computer use or desk-based documentation

Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by law.

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in a residential or assisted care setting.

Employees must adhere to all infection control, health, and safety procedures.

Potential hazards may include exposure to:

• Cleaning chemicals and medications
• Communicable diseases and bloodborne pathogens
• Residents exhibiting aggressive or self-injurious behaviors

Collaboration and communication with families, coworkers, and partner agencies are essential components of the work environment.

Qualifications and Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Current Respiratory License/Credentials from an accredited body (must be maintained)
• • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Preferred
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) – Preferred
• California Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) License
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a related role preferred
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Proficiency in respiratory care methods, infection control, and regulatory compliance
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Computer proficiency and ability to adapt to new software systems

Professional demeanor, empathy, confidentiality, and teamwork