Home Care Aide

HOMECARE AIDE JOB DESCRIPTION

As an employee of the Big Sandy Area Development District, Homecare Aides are governed by all policies and entitled to all benefits as outlined in the BSADD policy manual. Homecare Aides are given a policy manual upon orientation and are accountable for the information within it.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

To perform the direct services as outlined on each client’s care plan such as home management, personal care assistance, chore, respite, escort and supportive assistance.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· To plan, with the Homecare Aide Supervisor, the Case Manager and client, how best to provide the services and functions as outlined on the care plan

· To organize services within the care plan;

· To report important changes observed in the client to the Case Manager;

· To involve the client whenever possible and feasible in the provision of services;

· To take measures to maintain and improve the safety of the client in the home;

· To assist with personal care with respect for the privacy and dignity of the client;

· To encourage the client and allow the client to be independent in the performance of services;

· To demonstrate techniques which will increase independence and relieve stress to the client.

The Homecare Aide can only provide services as outlined on each client’s care plan. The care plan is developed by the client and case manager to help meet the assessed needs. The case manager provides a copy of the care plan for each client. If a HomecareAide does not have a care plan for a client, one should be requested from the Case Manager or Supervisor. A client cannot receive services without a care plan.

Hiring for 1 position in Johnson Co and Magoffin Co

Must have reliable transportation to be able to go to clients' homes.

1 yr experience with caring for the elderly and/or disabled preferred but not required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $13.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $14