Caregiver I

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Level I Caregivers provide essential daily support to residents, including assistance with personal care, mobility, meal preparation, companionship, medication administration, transportation to appointments or errands, and behavioral intervention. They help maintain a safe and comfortable environment, ensuring patients' physical and emotional well-being. While they do not handle administrative tasks, they are dedicated to delivering hands-on care and support. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Assist residents with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. 
• Administer medications as directed and ensure proper documentation. 
• Offer companionship by engaging residents in meaningful conversations and activities to promote emotional well-being. 
• Perform housekeeping duties such as laundry, dishwashing, and general tidying to maintain a clean and safe environment. 
• Prepare and serve meals in accordance with dietary guidelines and resident preferences. 
• Support residents with mobility needs, including transferring, repositioning, and walking assistance. 
• Observe, monitor, and promptly report any changes in resident behavior, health, or safety concerns to the appropriate supervisor. 
• Follow individualized care plans and accurately document all services provided. 
• Provide transportation or accompany residents to medical appointments, errands, and social activities as needed. 

Requirements:

• Completion of 15 hours of caregiver training credits prior to the first day of work, with a commitment to obtaining 8 additional credits annually. 
• Ability to follow care plans and work effectively under supervision. 
• Patience, empathy, and compassion for residents with diverse care needs. 
• Dependability and trustworthiness to ensure resident safety and well-being. 
• Strong problem-solving and observational skills to recognize and report changes in resident health or behavior. 
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a care team and ability to receive feedback openly. 
• Capability to lift and assist residents with mobility needs (training provided). 
• Physical ability to stand, bend, and lift up to 50 lb. 
• Work is typically performed in a home setting or residential care facility. 
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and valid, active insurance. 
• Must pass all required background checks and meet state caregiver requirements. 
• Must provide a negative communicable disease screening result or proof of a negative test within the last 90 days. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Previous experience in caregiving, home health, or assisted living 
• Experience working with individuals with mental health diagnoses.