Home Health Caregiver- VA

RESPONSIBILITIES Provide personal care including baths, oral hygiene, back rubs, assist with dressing and undressing clients Assist with toileting activities and skin care to prevent breakdown Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the client’s living area Plan and prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding when necessary Observe clients closely and document care provided and any changes in condition Keep IHSS RN/IHSS Team Lead informed of progress considerations and any pertinent information regarding the client’s care Complete Cell Trak time keeping accurately and punctually complete incident reports as deemed necessary, submit progress notes, changes in condition and report important changes observed in the client’s home QUALIFICATIONS High school degree required Completion of appropriate training program Successful completion of skills competency evaluation Six months or more of aide experience in a home care setting preferred Knowledge of principles and procedures of personal care and safety practices in the home care setting Understanding of family interactions and aging process Beginning knowledge of nutrition and food service Ability to observe, report and record client’s care and condition accurately Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, families, staff and the general public Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision Must read and follow written instructions and document care given SCHEDULE Part-time position Monday to Friday day shifts and weekend availability. LOCATION On-site work in a supportive and respectful environment. WAGE RATE $19.00 - $20.00 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must travel to assigned client’s individual homes to provide care Valid, current Colorado driver’s license and access to a reliable automobile or alternative reliable transportation Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with Organization requirements and is in good working order EEO STATEMENT We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring that all conditions and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, evaluation, transfer, promotion, discipline, determination of compensation and/or benefits, and termination of employment, for all job classifications, are based on qualifications and work record. No employment decision is made, nor do we discriminate, on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex/pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr