In Home Service Assistant

In Home Service Assistant – In Home Service

JOB DESCRIPTION – Ogemaw Commission on Aging

Supervisor: In Home Service Coordinator

Special considerations:

• Requires use of personal vehicle and ongoing proof of current insurance
• Requires minimum 2 weeks’ notice of resignation (see Handbook for details)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be mature individual able to relate to senior population.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding participant information.
• Organized, able to keep accurate records.
• Computer literate – competent in Microsoft Office Excel and Word
• Excellent communication skills - interviewing, critical listening
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Reliable transportation, current driver’s license, and proof of insurance.

DUTIES:

• Complete all reassessments for In Home Service participants on schedule.
• Report changes in participant status, unmet needs, requests for change of service, etc. to the In Home Service Coordinator
• Keep IHS Coordinator apprised of any current or potential problems regarding participants or staff
• Assist in keeping participant case records and master list up to date.
• Make copies of assessment forms and provider paperwork
• Complete assessments if requested by the In Home Service Coordinator.
• Conduct observations of In Home staff if requested by the In Home Service Coordinator.
• Wear COA identification at all times when representing OCOA.
• Attend all necessary meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Abide by all State, Federal, AASA, and COA standards.
• Assume any additional duties as assigned by the In Home Service Coordinator.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

· Work 5 to 6 hours/day, sitting/standing/moving

· Ability to grip/grasp - throughout day

· Vision sufficient to read paperwork

· Typing, writing, reading, comprehending written instructions

· Talking, in person and/or on phone

· Hearing/listening sufficient to communicate in person or on phone

· Viewing data on computer screen

· Driving

· Lifting 0 to 20lbs

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

· Indoor office, temperature controlled

· Indoor - in participant’s home

· Driving personal vehicle/various businesses, occasional travel

· Variety of private homes-walkways, stairways, ramps, etc.

· Some exposure to pets/smoking

· Travel on a variety of road types-paved, dirt, occasionally private trails-some in poor condition

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $13.75 - $14.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Computer literate, organized

Experience:

• Clerical or In Home Service / Care: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14 - $15