Flexible Personal Care Aide - PRN Employee or Contractor (15-40hrs/wk)

About A New Leaf Home Care

Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for elders and disabled adults by delivering personalized care that is tailored to their unique needs. We offer companion care, personal care, in-home respite care and specialty care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. We are committed to providing quality customer service, compassionate client care, and filling critical home care needs. We believe that everyone deserves to receive care gracefully and with dignity in the familiar surroundings of their own home. With our compassionate caregivers and comprehensive range of services, we strive to create a nurturing environment that fosters well-being and happiness.

Why A New Leaf Home Care?

• We recognize your dedicated years of experience!
• Our flexibility and culture!
• Bonus and Referral Program!
• Employee Recognition!
• Promotions from within!
• Our caregivers are Dedicated and Genuinely Enjoy Making a Difference, so Your Support will be with the Finest of Care Team!

At A New Leaf Home Care, we're not just building a better team,

We're Growing A Family!

Benefits:

At A New Leaf Home Care, we firmly believe that our employees and contractors are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Employees;

• Competitive pay & bi-weekly paychecks with DailyPay option
• Awards and recognition programs
• *Mileage reimbursement & pay for time on the road
• Full-time benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings plan

*Mileage reimbursement and pay for time on the road is applicable after meeting certain criteria.

Contractors;

• Competitive pay & bi-weekly payment
• Flexible schedule

Minimum Requirements:

• 2 years experience with caring for elderly and disabled adults performing in-home respite duties and/or specialty care which may include memory care, hospice support and other underlying medical conditions that requires special care
• Proficiency in utilizing various applications and web tools commonly used in professional environments, particularly those related to document management, communication, and data entry
• Supporting certifications related to specialty
• Clean background record and ability to pass a drug screen
• Possesses and maintains good physical stamina and mental health and can pass a pre-employment health assessment and tuberculosis screening
• Ability to function with minimal supervision
• Reliable means of transportation
• Travel: York/Lancaster/Chester County travel may be required for business purposes. If so, the employee must have a valid driver’s license issued by the state in which they work and a satisfactory driving record.
• Successful completion of A New Leaf Home Care Orientation and Compliance training, and all other assigned trainings as required
• Successful completion of A New Leaf Home Care's Competency Program
• Proficiency in the English language required
• Must maintain all state and federal compliance requirements for employment or contracting
• Must be at least 18 years old

Preferred:

• Long Term Care Experience
• Current CPR Certification

Responsibilities:

• Follow care plan
• Assist with the client's Activities of Daily Living such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, mobility assistance, hair washing and nail care
• Understanding specialty care, e.g. dementia, Alzheimer's, hospice care, etc.
• Assist basic client transfers providing the client has been assessed as being capable of ambulating without assistance; and/or providing another trained caregiver (including family) is involved in the transfer
• Observe the client's functioning and report to supervisor
• Provide companionship, friendship and emotional support
• Medication reminding
• Checking vital signs and Blood Pressure
• Talk, listen, share experiences, play games/cards, read to client, etc.
• Help keep clients in contact with family, friends, and the outside world
• Provide transportation to medical appointments, grocery store and errands, which may include handling the client's money, in accordance with care plan and under the observation of supervisor
• Accompany clients to recreational and/or social events
• Assist with plans for visits and outings
• Write or type letters/correspondence
• Organize and read mail
• Teach/perform mean planning and preparation
• Perform light housekeeping
• Assist with pet and plant care
• Submit and maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Communicate with supervisor and co-workers
• Ensure services are consistently delivered according to the service plan and document that all client needs are being met
• Be proactive in identifying any changes in the participant's service needs and promptly report them
• Attend orientation, in-service training sessions and staff meetings

Physical & Mental Demands:

Must be able to complete all physical & mental demands of the job, which may include, but not limited to the following:

• Good physical and mental health
• Lift and transfer clients and carry supplies
• Physical ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear and see
• Physical and mental ability to drive a vehicle

This is a PRN (as needed) position, allowing for flexibility in schedule based on your availability. Must complete relevant background checks, drug tests and random drug tests at and throughout hire. Compensation will be negotiated based on our mutually agreed rate, reflecting the value of the services you will be providing. While this opportunity may start with fewer hours initially, it is expected to grow as our client base expands.

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our clients and their families, and you have the experience and dedication to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and become an integral part of the A New Leaf Home Care team!

A New Leaf Home Care is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About the position

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Caregiver with a passion for providing exceptional care to disabled and aging adults? A New Leaf Home Care is seeking a flexible Personal Care Aide open to PRN (as needed) work with local travel. Candidates must be comfortable with variable hours, ranging from 15 to 40 hours per week, to accommodate fluctuations in scheduling. Ideal for those seeking a dynamic caregiving role. Apply now to join our team!

The PRN Caregiver plays a pivotal role in delivering and documenting home care services aligned with the authorized care plan tailored to each client's unique needs. Home care In-Home Respite and/or Specialty care duties may include companion duties, assisting with the client's Activities of Daily Living, but involves duties which require specialized training or the presence of a medical condition, which may include memory care, hospice support, and other underlying medical conditions that requires special care.

The Caregiver operates within the Company's guidelines and adheres to LTC insurance/Medicaid Case orders, ensuring service provision as directed by the contract and/or program, under the supervision of a Care Manager and/or Supervisory RN.

Additionally, the Caregiver strictly adheres to State and Local Laws, Patient Bill of Rights and written agreements. Performs other duties as assigned/necessary.

*For the contractor position, you will be classified as On-call and backup.

Job Type: Part-time/ PRN; Employee Contractor

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 40 per week

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid training

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• On call
• Overnight shift
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• What position are you applying for? Employee or Contractor

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fort Mill, SC: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $15 - $18