This is a non-exempt position for purposes of Fair Labor Standards Act. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

POSITION REPORTS TO: Senior Care Services Director, Registered Nurse for purposes of licensure (CNA Certification compliance and Senior Resources).

GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION: Performance of routine household, personal care, and respite for the Caregiver tasks to help maintain an adequate and safe living environment for senior citizens with functional limitations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with bathing and hygiene.
• Assistance with activities of daily living
• Assistance with toileting.
• Assistance with personal care.
• Respite for the Caregiver.
• Light housekeeping tasks include dusting, vacuuming, mopping floors, and cleaning, bathroom, and kitchen, making bed, laundry services and maintaining a safe and healthy living environment.
• Shopping for necessities including groceries and errands within client’s community. Must be within the community in which client lives unless shopping locations are unavailable.
• Maintain appropriate boundaries with clients and their family.
• Light meal preparation
• Observe report and record any change in client’s condition and home environment.
• General conversation and social support for the client.
• Required to attend all Team Meetings, in services, and trainings.
• All other duties assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in providing care for senior individuals is preferred. Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Personal Care Aide (CPA) is not mandatory but welcomed.
• An enthusiasm for working with senior citizens.
• Ability to work with senior citizens with functional limitations.
• Ability to perform housekeeping, laundry, and cleaning tasks.
• Ability to lift objects and assist senior citizens during daily tasks.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Attention to attendance and timeliness.
• Use of own personal vehicle.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record
• Up to date valid vehicle insurance.
• Proficient computer skills appropriate for the position, including use of agency e-mail for communication.