JOB DESCRIPTION

CAREGIVER

Company Mission: To Make the Traditional Nursing Home Irrelevant

Position: Caregiver / Direct Care Worker

Mission: The caregiver is a paraprofessional employee trained to provide personal assistance and support services to consumers in their home. He/she functions under the direction, instruction and supervision of the Region Director with the ultimate goal of ensuring that every senior served by the agency has access to our services and can live with dignity and respect in the community, rather than an institution.

Reports to: Region Director or Regional Operations Director or Affiliate Director as assigned

Cultural Fit – Company Competencies:

1. The Moral Imperative. Understands intellectually, and reacts at an emotional level, to the moral imperative of de-institutionalizing seniors and/or changing the long term care system.

2. Persistence. Demonstrates tenacity and willingness to go the distance to get something done.

3. Flexibility/ Adaptability. Adjusts quickly to changing priorities and conditions. Copes effectively with complexity and change.

4. Enthusiasm. Exhibits passion and excitement over work. Has a can-do attitude.

5. Work Ethic. Possesses a strong willingness to work hard and sometimes long hours to get the job done. Has a track record of working hard.

6. Coachable/Teachable. Often solicits feedback. Open to ideas and new learning to improve.

Shows an outward desire to learn more and become better.

7. Humility. Puts others and the task at hand ahead of their own desires. Keeps their ego in check and does not concern themselves with individual praise but looks for ways to better the team and/or the company.

Professional Responsibilities / Outcomes

1. Caregiver is responsible for meeting the needs of consumers by providing personal assistance services that include, but are not limited to, the following: a. Personal care including bathing/showering; grooming; dressing; dental care; assisting with toileting which includes changing briefs, chuks and/or adult diapers for consumers with incontinence issues; and, hair care b. Assisting with care of consumer’s clothing by doing laundry on a regular basis c. Housekeeping duties including sweeping, vacuuming floors and furniture, dusting, mopping, washing dishes, and general cleaning of all consumer living areas d. Preparation of nutritious meals including assistance with developing a healthy grocery list, meal planning, meal preparation (cooking), feeding as indicated, and clean up after each meal e. Helping and encouraging consumers to participate in activities and socialization opportunities or interactions f. Assisting consumers with medications by providing reminders and following instructions if consumer receives Specialized Care Services

2. Assists, as needed, with the rehabilitative processes by encouraging the consumer to become as

independent as possible (as outlined in the plan of care). This may include assisting with range of motion exercises and supporting them when receiving physical / occupational therapy.

3. Establishes a respectful and supportive relationship with the consumer and family which transmits trust and confidentiality.

4. Reports any change in consumer’s mental and physical condition or changes in his/her home situation to Region Director.

5. Carries out assignments as instructed by the Region Director and according to the Service

Authorization / Care Plan and/or house chore/task list.

6. Responds in a compassionate, respectful manner to consumer mental, physical, and emotional needs. Seeks training to appropriately interact with and support consumers with special care needs (i.e., dementia, diabetes, COPD, behavioral health disorders).

7. Follows appropriate emergency procedures in the event of any incident, i.e., accident, injury or significant change in consumer’s condition.

8. Maintains strict confidentiality at all times.

9. Arrives promptly to work as scheduled with no call offs or no shows.

10. Complies with company policies and procedures.

Job Expectations:

1. You are expected to work the schedule approved by the Region Director with no call offs other than emergency situations and as approved by the Region Director.

2. You are expected to report to work at the assigned location at least 5 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.

3. You are expected to fulfill your entire shift until staff arrives for the next shift. You are NEVER to leave the home without a staff member there to relieve you.

4. You are expected to communicate openly with your Region Director. The Company has an open door policy and encourages you to bring concerns, suggestions, etc. to the Region Director so that your needs and ideas can be addressed.

With my signature below, I attest that I understand the responsibilities of the Caregiver position as described in this job description and commit to carrying out my duties with respect and commitment to the clients served by the Company, their families, my Region Director, and my peers to the best of my ability.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $9.00 - $12.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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