Caregiver

Job Description

Job Description

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Want a role where you not only make a difference and are valued, but enjoy a flexible schedule, and competitive pay? Look no further! We are looking for mature, responsible individuals to join our team as caregivers .

Happier at Home provides companion care to help seniors stay independent and remain in the comforts of their own home.

Requirements:

• HCA (Home Care Aid Registration): to register go to California Home Care Aide Registry . Our Agency Name: Desert Home Care LLC DBA Happier at Home 334700246 . PIN Number: 34SREC and complete fingerprinting if necessary.
• TB Test : Test must be done within 90 days before hire. Otherwise, it can be done at most urgent care centers or primary doctors' offices.
• CPR: to obtain go to National CPR Foundation website.
• Must pass background check/MVR/Drug Test.

Preferred:

• Reliable transportation
• Driver License
• Auto Insurance

About the role: Caregivers help the elderly (in their homes) with a variety of activities.

Responsibilities

Personal Care Services – assists with:

• Bath (tub, shower, or bed).
• Oral hygiene.
• Grooming with care of hair.
• Ordinary care of nails.
• Routine skin care/ lotion massage.
• Positioning and turning of patents that cannot assist self- in bed and chair.
• Toileting assist, incontinent care.
• Eating.
• Dressing
• Walking
• Toileting.
• Medication reminders for self-administered medications

Homemaking - assists with:

• Meal planning and preparation in accordance with complex and modified diets.
• Feeding the client.
• Linen change.
• Laundry.
• Light housekeeping.
• Washing dishes.
• Clean kitchen.
• Dust & vacuum (only those rooms the client uses).
• List needed supplies and grocery shopping.

Required to:

• Follow universal precautions whenever giving any aspect of client service.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Perform ONLY those functions specified for individual client on the service plan.
• Respond to the physical, emotional, and development needs of clients.
• Follow emergency procedures in the event of any incident, i.e., accident, injury, or significant change in client’s condition.

Essential Administrative Functions:

• Follows client rights always.
• Records each activity performed on each case on a daily basis.
• Reports any incidents or client changes immediately.
• Follows instructions, is punctual, and is at work as scheduled.
• Follows all appropriate Organization policies.
• Attends in-service education annually per Organization policy.
• Provides all information required for the maintenance of her/his personnel record as per State regulations and Organization policy.
• Shows interest, asks questions, and seeks help as indicated; is receptive to supervision.
• Develops relationships and is cooperative with client, family, and supervisor.
• Maintains an appropriate appearance.
• Productive and uses time efficiently.
• Self-reliant and plans appropriately.
• Performs other duties as are reasonably assigned.
• Sign SOC 341A (Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Suspected Abuse of Dependent Adults and Elders)

Functional Abilities:

• Able to lift, turn, and transfer clients weighing up to 150+ pounds.
• Able to carry bundles upstairs weighing up to 10 pounds.
• Able to stoop and bend.
• Able to travel to prospective client’s place of residence.
• Able to hear and effectively communicate in English.
• Meal planning and preparation
• Transportation
• Shopping and errands
• Light housekeeping
• Stripping the beds
• Laundry
• Set-up and monitoring of bathing and dressing
• Companionship
• Mental stimulation
• Encouragement and monitoring of exercises
• Overnight care

Job Type: Part-time

Salary : $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Referral program
• Incentives and Bonuses

Schedule :

• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekends

Education :

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience :

• Caregiving: 1 year (Required)

Work Location : In person

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After applying, email a copy of your resume to Brizeldi at View email address on ziprecruiter.com

Thank you!

Requirements

Registered Home Care Aide

High school diploma or GED

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Training & Development