TOP NATIONAL BRAND AGENCY - IN-HOME CAREGIVING TOMPKINS & CORTLAND!!!!

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

All Hours are available part time and full time - for non-medical, in-home support services which provide for the comfort, safety, and general supervision of clients. Provides companionship to those individuals requiring socialization and/or minimum guidance to assure a safe, protected, clean, and orderly environment. Duties include medication reminders, errands, laundry, meal prep., light housekeeping, companionship.

SALARY - Hourly rate $19.00 to $22.00 + Depening on Availabilty

$$$$ SIGNING BONUS AFTER 3 MONTHS OF BEING PART OF THE TEAM!!!!! $$$$

BENEFITS - Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Vision, Paid Time Off, Mileage Reimbursement, Travel Time, Paid Orientation & Training, "Surprise Perks" & Bonuses

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED preferred. Must demonstrate satisfactory completion of any stated mandated training. CNA's, HHA's, PCA's are encouraged to apply, although certification is not required.

Must satisfactorily complete Comfort Keepers training and orientation program. Must accept responsibility for learning and adhering to Comfort Keepers policies and procedures, be able to function in the home setting with minimal direct supervision and maintain satisfactory relationships with administrative staff, clients, and family members. Must be genuinely concerned about helping people and have high standards of honesty and integrity.

Applicants must be able to provide a valid license, proof of auto insurance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs duties as assigned on the plan of care.
• Assists caregivers on the case as needed to support plan of care
• Works with family and administrative staff regarding plan of care
• Assists with updating plan of care and supporting caregivers
• Provides for a clean, safe, and healthy environment for clients and family members.
• Provides light housekeeping tasks including laundering of client’s garments and linens and changing the bed.
• Assists in meeting nutritional needs by providing meal planning, meal preparation, grocery shopping, dishes, and kitchen clean-up.
• Observes and reports any changes in the client’s mental, physical, or emotional condition or home situation to immediate supervisor in a timely manner.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication and a professional relationship with clients, family members, and co-workers.
• Participates in in-service and continuing education programs, staff meetings, and client conferences as requested by immediate supervisor.
• Completed required documentation of services delivered and submits to office in a timely manner according to policy.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding client information.
• Other reasonable related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and document services provided.
• Ability to speak clearly so others can understand.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities by being able to give full attention to what others are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Evidence of the practice of a high level of confidentiality.
• Actively looks for ways to help others.
• Strong organizational skills and adjusting actions in relations to others.
• Must be able to stay on extra shift when working on continuous 24/7 care case

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Client home setting and automobile. Contact with blood or other body fluids may pose a risk for exposure to blood borne pathogens and infectious diseases.

POSITION PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work requires moderate physical exertion on a regular and recurring basis, such as driving, and light housekeeping. Regularly required to stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, see, reach, kneel, and crouch. Lifting only up to 25 pounds is permitted and may be required.

 

Company Description

Provide care to seniors in their homes.

Company Description

Provide care to seniors in their homes.