Caregiver

Job Summary:

An individual who, under professional supervision, provides assistance with nutritional and environmental support, personal hygiene, feeding and dressing.

Organizational Relationship: Reports to the designated Supervisor

Qualifications:

• A High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of 10 hr. initial and annual Agency training for personal care services
• A minimum of one (1) year experience as a professional; preferred.
• Must have a criminal background check.
• Current CPR Certification

Responsibilities:

• Perform tasks assigned by the Supervisor.
• Reporting in writing on agency forms, to the Supervisor on each client assignment.
• Observation of client functioning and reporting changes to supervisor or employer or to a person designated by the client.
• Confer as required with the Supervisor regarding client’s progress.
• Provide Personal Care services which may include assistance with bathing, getting in and out ofbed, teeth, mouth, denture and hair care, assistance with mobility and ambulation, changing of bed and laundering the bed linens and personal clothing, skin care, care of glasses and hearing aids, assistance with dressing and undressing, toileting, including use and care of bedpan, urinal,commode, toilet, light cleaning in essential areas of the home during personal care activities, meal prep, food purchasing, meal serving, simple transfers, including bed to chair or wheelchair and reverse, other delegated tasks according to the client’s service plan.
• Follow universal precautions/proper infection control when providing client service.
• Maintain client confidentiality per HIPAA and Agency policy guidelines.
• Perform ONLY tasks specified for each individual client on the service plan.
• Follow emergency procedures in the event of any medical or non-medical situations.
• Follow client rights at all times.
• Record each activity performed on each case on a daily basis.
• Report any incidents or client changes immediately to the Supervisor.
• Submit Daily Activity Sheets and record accurately on a timely basis (weekly).
• Follow instructions, is punctual and is at work as scheduled.
• Follow all agency policy and procedures.
• Attend 10 hours in-service training annually per agency policy.
• Maintain effective communication with client, family, supervisor, and other team members.
• Follows all instructions, punctual and attendance is acceptable.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Assistance in completing activities such as shopping, and appointments outside of the home.

Functional Abilities:

• Able to carry bundles upstairs weighing up to 10 pounds.
• Must be able to stoop and bend.
• Must be able to travel to prospective client’s place of residence.
• Must be able to hear and effectively communicate in English.

Risk Of Occupational Exposure To Blood Borne Pathogens: B: limited exposure.