What are the responsibilities and job description for the In Home Caregiver position at Circle of Health Home Care?
Responsibilities:
-Prepare, Cook & Serve Meals.
-Assist using Mechanical Lifts and Transferring.
- Assist with Ambulation
-Assist w/ Bathing or Showering and Dressing.
-Provide Hygiene, Grooming & Nail Care.
-Medication Reminders.
-Bowel & Bladder Output Recording Results.
-Recording Vital Signs.
-Complete Daily Light Housekeeping & Laundry.
-Prioritize Work Assignments in a Timely Manner.
-Excellent Interpersonal Skills for Compatibility Companionship.
-Excellent Organizational Skills.
-Excellent Verbal & Written Communication Skills.
-Pro-Active Commitment to Resolving Problems.
-Decisive Ability to take Initiative.
-Attentive to Detail & Maintain Accurate Records.
-Ability to Empathize & Advocate.
-Promoting a Safe & Healthy Environment.
-Communicate w/ Coworkers to Coordinate Activities.
-Answering Phone-Calls.
-Strengthen Internal Support Bases.
-Transport Care.
-Accompany to Appointments, Leisurely Outings, Vacation Travel Along, Religious Services & Grocery Shopping.
-Engaging in Activities w/ Clients, and more; Varies by case.
Skills:
- Empathy: Ability to really tune in and understand your client.
-Patience and Communication:
-Flexibility and Reliability: Ability to adapt to client's needs and schedules that can sometimes change.
- Dementia care: Knowledge or experience in providing care for individuals with dementia or memory impairments.
- Patient care: Ability to provide compassionate care and assistance to patients in a home setting.
- Direct support: Experience in providing direct support services to individuals with disabilities or special needs.
- Home care: Familiarity with providing personal care services in a home setting.
- Lift: Ability to lift heavy objects or assist with physical tasks as required.
- First aid: Knowledge of basic first aid procedures and ability to respond to emergencies appropriately
- Working with people with autism: Understanding of autism spectrum disorders and ability to support individuals with autism.
Requirements:
-High School Diploma or GED
-Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with clients and team members
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask effectively
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Experience: 1 year plus Elder Care, Hospice, Disabled, Home Care, Respite and/or Developmental Disabilities
Applicants who successfully complete the application & interview process & DO NOT have CNA or PCA certifications are required to complete online certification training.
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $16.97 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 14 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Safety equipment provided
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $24