Agency Respite Care Provider

Aveanna Healthcare; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Paid Sick Time

Job summary

Aveanna Healthcare in Irvine, California, is seeking Agency Respite Care Providers to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and provide necessary hands-on support. The position fosters strong relationships with clients, ensuring quality care and support.

Aveanna offers flexible opportunities, health benefits for eligible employees, and a supportive work environment motivated towards empowering their care teams.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely stoop and bend, lift, turn, and transfer weight up to 50 pounds.
• Must work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Provide hands-on assistance with transfers and mobility.
• Engage clients in meaningful conversation and activities.

Skills

Physical ability to assist clients

Communication skills

Basic math, reading and writing skills

Education

Completion of high school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

Aveanna Healthcare has grown tremendously over the past year through a series of exciting acquisitions. We are currently looking for additional Agency Respite Care Providers to join our dynamic team.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist with clients’ Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Provide hands‑on and/or stand‑by assistance, as needed, with client transfers and safe ambulation (includes assistance with the proper use of ambulation aids).
• Grooming and Hygiene – Provide client hands‑on and/or stand‑by assistance with general hygiene and other grooming activities (washing hands & face, etc.).
• Meal Preparation – Assist with preparation and serving of breakfast, lunch, dinner and/or snacks.
• Dressing – Provide hands‑on and/or stand‑by assistance with changes of client’s clothing as needed.
• Toileting – Assist client on/off toilet or commode; changing diapers/briefs; and ensuring cleanliness as needed.
• Engage client in appropriate conversations (caregiver is to avoid personal disclosures about self, and discussions about client’s family).
• When parents request, teach, train and encourage client to perform tasks and learn skills as directed.
• Entertain client by reading newspapers or books, playing memory games, completing puzzles, etc.
• Follow parent instructions to work and deal with client’s behavioral needs, i.e. re‑direction, avoidance, withdrawal, and/or aggression.
• Compliance with agency policies related to all areas of privacy and confidentiality, including HIPAA laws.

Why Join Our Team?

• Our care teams enjoy the flexibility of getting to build rapport with patients to produce the best outcomes.
• Nationwide career opportunities where our leaders encourage advancements.
• Our care team works together to meet the needs of each patient.
• Innovative technology to make your life easier.
• We know that our care teams make the organization’s success!

Aveanna Healthcare Offers

• 401(k) with match.
• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits for eligible employees (30+ hours per week).
• Paid Sick Time.

Requirements

• Physical and mental ability to perform essential functions of the position; including but not limited to the ability to safely stoop and bend, lift, turn and transfer weight up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proper hygiene and appropriate dress at all times.
• Possess basic math, reading and writing skills.
• CPR/First Aid as required by program.
• Must have available, reliable transportation, Valid Driver’s License, and Acceptable MVR.
• Must be able to read 12 point or larger type.
• Must be able to hear and speak in a manner understood by most people.
• Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions.

Preferred

• Previous experience working with the disabled population.
• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff1ective Action

Aveanna provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Aveanna complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Vaccination Requirement

As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health‑related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.

Notice for Job Applicants Residing in California

As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health‑related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.

Notice for Job Applicants Residing in Florida

As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health‑related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.