Caregiver
Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate Caregiver to join our team and provide exceptional care to individuals in need. The ideal candidate will have experience in home community care and a strong understanding of member rights. As a Caregiver, you will play a crucial role in supporting the well-being of our members through various tasks and activities.
Duties:
- Provide personalized assistance in daily activities such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
- Administer medication following prescribed schedules
- Support members with meal preparation and feeding
- Engage clients in social activities and companionship
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure care for members - The provider will use a mobile cell phone app to clock in & out and document visits - Assist participants with various developmental/cognitive and/or physical challenges using strategies necessary to complete habilitation objectives as indicated in each member's PCSP’s. - Communicate with family member(s) regarding the participant's needs and family expectations - Provide participants with life and social skills training (i.e. Daily living, hygiene, meals, mobility) to increase independence both In-Home and out in the community - Record participant objectives and goal accomplishments. - Ensure a safe environment and the well-being of participants by adhering to family requirements. - Exhibit appropriate role model behavior by using appropriate language, dress, manners, and respect. - Report participants' goals, progress, and challenges to the HCBS Supervisor. - Assist participants with attendant care, as needed. - Perform all transportation duties, as assigned, such as running errands, shopping, taking clients to appointments. -Maintain logs, receipts, statements, or any other required documentation for fee-based services. - Review, understand, and adhere to approved policies, standards, services, and procedures - Report unusual incidents on proper forms and inform HCBS Supervisor regarding such incidents.
Experience: - High School Diploma. - One year experience with vocational, rehabilitation or similar services or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. - DCW level 1 fundamentals testing - Must have a valid AZ driver's license with a clean driving record and meet agency insurance requirements. - Must meet DES requirements to obtain and maintain a Level 1 fingerprint clearance card - Must have reliable transportation. - Must be able to lift 40 pounds. - Must be able to frequently stand; walk; sit and be able to assist participants with physical challenges, such as pushing a wheelchair, kneeling, reaching, stretching, bending, etc. - Respond appropriately in crisis situations by calling for assistance as needed; and be able to physically perform First Aid/CPR.
Requirements:
- Certification in caregiving or relevant field preferred
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Ability to lift and move clients with care and sensitivity
- Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends and holidays
Join our team as a Caregiver and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need. If you are dedicated to providing quality care and support, we welcome your application.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
Work Location: On the road