Home Instead Level 1 CAREGivers provide essential non-medical services to seniors, enabling them to maintain their independence and quality of life within their homes. CAREGivers play a crucial role in assisting clients and their families in navigating the challenges of aging with dignity, compassion, and respect.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Reflect the core values of Miller Home Health Agency, Inc., (d.b.a. an independently owned and operated Home Instead franchise).
• Foster a positive living environment to enhance the client’s quality of life.
• Document daily activities and promptly report any significant changes in the client’s needs or living conditions.
• Maintain regular communication with supervisor and office staff.
• Provide Companionship & Home Helper services, including:
• Engaging in companionship and meaningful conversation.
• Offering stabilization and assistance with walking.
• Meal preparation and cleanup.
• Medication and appointment reminders.
• Light housekeeping tasks.
• Laundry and ironing.
• Running errands and accompanying clients to appointments.
• Provide Personal Care services, including:
• Assisting with bathing, grooming, and toileting.
• Addressing incontinence issues sensitively and respectfully.
• Provide Specialized services, such as:
• Advanced Alzheimer’s/Dementia Care.
• Hospice Care.
• Couples Care.
• Overnight Care.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Participate in company-sponsored training and social events, including CAREGiver meetings.
• Accurately report hours according to office policy and communicate availability changes promptly.
• Contribute feedback through Listen360 Satisfaction Survey.
• Document client information in Client and Life Journal.
• May involve running errands and providing incidental transportation for clients using your vehicle or theirs.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.

Essential Job Requirements:

• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds.
• Flexibility to bend, twist, stoop, kneel, and reach as needed.
• Possess a valid driver’s license or state identification.
• Maintain valid auto insurance (if applicable).
• Ability to tolerate exposure to dust, mold, mildew, and cleaning solutions.
• Treat clients and their property with dignity and respect.
• Adaptability to various living environments and locations.
• Effective communication skills with clients in a friendly and congenial manner.

Note: This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected. It does not encompass all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, and conditions. Your employer reserves the right to amend this description in the future with or without notice, and responsibilities are subject to reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Your employer is Miller Home Health Agency, Inc. (d.b.a. an independently owned and operated Home Instead franchise), not Home Instead, Inc.

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