· Assist with personal care activities including: bathing, skin care, back rub, hair care, nail care, dressing and undressing, feeding, oral hygiene, shaving, grooming and bedtime preparation.

· Assist the client with self-administration of their medications.

· Assist the client with personal communication skills, as needed.

· Assist with transportation needs if needed

· Assist with meal planning, purchase of food and meal preparation.

· Assist with client’s laundry and bed linens.

· Prepare and maintain records of client progress and performed services, reporting changes in client condition to manager or supervisor.

· Assist the client with exercise, ambulation and transfer activities. Be aware of proper body mechanics.

· Conduct safety precautions including wiping wet floors and spills and eliminating other potential hazards immediately. Report safety hazards such as frayed electrical cords, unsecured handrails, malfunctioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors/alarms, defective equipment and/or or environmental hazards to supervisor on the same day of observation.

· Engage in respectful social interaction with client, including friendly conversation and empathic support, while respecting client’s privacy and property.

· Exhibit positive attitude and behavior; demonstrate respect for clients.

· Maintain absolute confidentiality of all information pertaining to clients, including clients' families.

· Respond and attend to client requests promptly.

· Communicate effectively with all team members.

· Maintain proper handwashing techniques.

· Participate in required in-service training programs to meet regulatory requirements.

· Understand the importance of seeking assistance, as needed, from your supervisor and/or others.

· Demonstrate capability and dependability in following instructions.

· Understand that regular, consistent attendance is necessary to serve clients.

· Accept and fulfill assignments with the Agency; exercise judgment in accepting assignments.

· Perform related duties and responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the management team.