Care Specialist (Part-time)

About Us.....

Together, we empower people and build communities right here in the Tennessee Valley.

At Partnership, we know each and every neighbor we serve deserves safety, support, and a brighter future. Our programs directly serve and empower those most vulnerable, from a mother and daughter bravely seeking safety at our domestic violence shelter to a young adult seeking support at our home for aged-out foster youth.

Serving over 7,000 people every year takes a lot of hands and hearts. Ready to join us?

APPLY WITH US TODAY! We have a lot to offer.....

• Great Culture!
• Great Time off Benefits!
• Be a part of an organization that helps the community in multiple ways!
• Volunteer Opportunities!
• Growth Opportunities!

Partnership is seeking a compassionate, flexible Care Specialist to join our team! As a Care Specialist, you will play a critical role in the lives of elderly and disabled clients by providing homemaking and supportive services that enhance their personal dignity, independence, and comfort in their own homes. This position is eligible for partial company benefits and will require frequent travel to clients' homes in rural counties surrounding Chattanooga.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Effective oral and written communications skills.
• Skilled in housekeeping, budgeting, meal preparation, and personal care of others.
• Able to attend and participate in relevant meetings and trainings as required.
• Must be willing to enter clients' homes to provide services.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record and insured vehicle available.
• Must be willing to travel frequently to rural counties surrounding Chattanooga.

Essential Job Duties:

• Adheres to trauma informed care practice approach and other applicable evidence-based models in service delivery.
• Provides care for the elderly, young adults, chronic or terminally ill, convalescing, and disabled community to help them improve their personal dignity and quality of life.
• Monitors behavior and maintains awareness of the client’s emotional and physical needs.
• Respects the rights and protects the confidentiality of residents and families by adhering to the Agency’s confidentiality policies.
• Makes appropriate documentation of all tasks completed or assisted with while working with individual clients in alignment with their specific service plan.
• Teaches skills in economical and nutritional shopping, homemaking tasks, balanced and special diet meals, writing checks, making bank deposits, paying bills, proper care of elderly and adults with disabling conditions and how to access community resources.
• Performs other duties related to this position as determined necessary.

The Partnership for Families, Children and Adults is a Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace.

The Partnership for Families, Children and Adults is committed to recruiting, hiring, retaining, and promoting all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, age, visible or invisible disability, veteran status, religion or beliefs, genetic or health information, marital or familial status, or any other legally protected class.