In-Home Caregiver

In-Home Caregiver | Home Health Location: South Carolina Work Location: Field-Based Schedule: Flexible FLSA Status: Non-Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and applicable South Carolina law About Our Company OneWell Health Care and its affiliate, OneWell of South Carolina LLC, are dedicated to empowering individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and Autism to lead fulfilling, self-directed lives. We provide compassionate, person-centered care that promotes dignity, independence, and inclusion across community and home settings. Position Summary The In-Home Caregiver provides personalized, non-medical support to individuals in their homes to promote safety, independence, dignity, and quality of life. This role assists with activities of daily living (ADLs), companionship, light household tasks, and wellness monitoring while following individualized care plans. The Caregiver plays a critical role in observing, documenting, and reporting changes in condition to ensure continuity of care. Position Scope The In-Home Caregiver delivers direct support services in private home settings. Services are non-clinical in nature and are provided under the supervision of an RN Case Manager or designated clinical leadership. The role requires independent work in community and home environments while maintaining adherence to organizational standards and care plans. Key Responsibilities The In-Home Caregiver provides comprehensive, non-clinical support to individuals in their homes by delivering daily personal care, promoting health and wellness routines, maintaining a safe and sanitary living environment, and fostering meaningful social engagement. Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, mobility, and safe transfers; providing medication reminders and non-clinical pillbox organization; preparing meals based on dietary needs while encouraging proper nutrition and hydration; performing light housekeeping tasks such as laundry and cleaning; supporting companionship, activities, and community participation; providing transportation or accompaniment to appointments and errands when required; monitoring and promptly reporting physical, behavioral, or emotional changes to the RN Case Manager or family; maintaining accurate daily care logs and incident documentation; and following individualized care plans while ensuring consistent communication with supervisors and family members. This role ensures compliance with all state and agency regulations and performs additional duties consistent with licensure and organizational needs. Regulatory Frameworks Services must comply with applicable state home care regulations, Department of Health guidelines, Medicaid waiver requirements (if applicable), HIPAA standards, and organizational policies governing home and community-based services. Confidentiality The In-Home Caregiver must maintain strict confidentiality of all participant information in accordance with HIPAA and company privacy policies. Protected health information (PHI) must not be disclosed except as required for care coordination. Documentation Requirements Daily service logs Incident reports (if applicable) Care plan adherence notes Mileage logs (if transportation provided) Communication notes with supervisors/family All documentation must be completed accurately and submitted in accordance with company policy and deadlines. Certifications Preferred (if applicable by state): Home Health Aide (HHA) certification First Aid Certification CPR Certification Education High School Diploma or GED required. Experience Prior experience as a caregiver, home health aide, or similar role preferred Experience supporting elderly or individuals with disabilities is highly desirable Demonstrated ability to follow care plans and written instructions Technical Skills Ability to document electronically (mobile app or EMR system) Basic understanding of personal care best practices Safe transfer techniques Time management and organization skills Languages Ability to communicate effectively in English (written and verbal). Additional languages preferred based on participant population. Driver License Valid Driver's License required if transportation is part of assignment. Clean driving record required. Proof of auto insurance (if using personal vehicle). Travel Requirement Local travel required for participant appointments, errands, or community activities. Travel is primarily within assigned service area. Benefits Compensation and Financial Benefits Paid sick leave Vacation time Very competitive wages Referral bonuses Weekly direct deposit DailyPay (get paid before payday) Mileage reimbursement (if applicable) Retirement plan benefits 401(k) Health & Wellness Benefits (available for full time employees) Medical (PPO, Flex, and HSA plans) Dental Vision Critical Illness Insurance Accident Insurance Hospital Insurance Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Pet Insurance Work-Life Balance & Other Benefits Flexible scheduling Supportive supervisor and work environment Legal Disclaimer This job description reflects the general nature and scope of the role and is not exhaustive. OneWell Health Care reserves the right to revise responsibilities, qualifications, or expectations at its discretion, consistent with applicable law. Employment is at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause or notice. 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