What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver position at Western Slope in Home Care?
Come work for Western Slope In-Home Care and make a difference! You will get the opportunity to provide compassionate care to individuals in their home and give back to the elder blind or disabled. Western Slope In-Home Care provides home care services to Medicaid, VA, LTC insurance, and private pay clients who want to remain independent and live in their own homes. You get to be a part of that mission.
Pay Rate: $15.75 _ $16.00 per hour
Here's Why Our Team Likes Working with Us:
- Benefits eligible at 30 hours per week.
- 401K offered to employees after two years of work.
- Supplemental insurance available.
- One-on-one patient care.
- Flexible Scheduling
- Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating
- Remind clients to take prescribed medication
- Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
- Assist with personal care and hygiene
- Plan and prepare meals
- Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so
- Perform housekeeping duties
- Report any unusual incidents and act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
- Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary
Ideal Candidates will:
- Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Promote personal safety and a safe environment for clients.
- Maintain compliance with agency policy, procedures, and job requirements.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- CNA a plus but not required.
- 2 years of caregiver experience preferred
Caregivers work in the privacy of each patient’s home allowing you more time one-on-one to get to know your patient and provide quality care. This support also empowers the patient to remain as independent and comfortable as possible at home.
COVID-19 considerations:
We provide infection control training, provide a PPE training and a gear bag at orientation.
Salary : $16 - $16
