Caregiver

Right at Home Austin West; Marble Falls (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Vaccination required

Job summary

Right at Home Austin West is seeking caregivers for overnight shifts from 9pm to 5am. Positions offer $15 per hour on weekdays and $16 per hour on weekends, with weekly pay. Applicants must be vaccinated and able to travel to client homes within the service area.

Primary duties include providing personal assistance and health-related services in clients' residences, maintaining a safe environment, and reporting observations to the supervisor. Strong communication and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with proof of competency through education and/or experience.
• Under 18: must be enrolled in a high school/ vocational program and demonstrate competency.
• Must have a current driver's license or reliable transportation to travel to assignments.
• Vaccination against required diseases as stated.
• Must pass criminal history and Employee Misconduct Registry checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal assistance or health-related tasks in the patient/client home as per ISP.
• Promote a safe, clean environment and maintain patient privacy.
• Report observations to Supervisor and ensure continuity of care.
• Follow infection control practices and maintain a clean, safe home setting.
• Utilize available equipment and assist with mobility as needed.
• Demonstrate professionalism and time management; participate in required inservices.

Skills

Follow instructions

Patient care

Competency evaluation

Skills test

G-Tube feedings (if applicable)

Education

High school graduate or in vocational program

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Overnight shift available to start immmediately! Hours are from 9pm- 5am. M- F $15hr and Sat- Sun $16hr PAID WEEKLY! MUST BE VACCINATED!

Job Summary

Primary functions: provide personal assistance and/or health-related services to patients/clients in their place of residence; provide a safe and clean environment; work cooperatively with the patient/client and family; and report observations and problems to the Supervisor.

Job Qualifications

Education

If under 18 years of age, must be either a high school graduate or enrolled in a vocational education program

License

Must have current drivers license or reliable transportation to travel to assignments

Experience

If at least 18 years of age, have proof of competency through education and/or experience or demonstrate competency to perform tasks as assigned. If under age 18, must successfully demonstrate competency to perform tasks assigned.

Skills

Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and be competent to perform tasks assigned by Supervisor Demonstrates interest in the welfare of those who are elderly and/or disabled. Must successfully complete a Competency Evaluation Skills Checklist and pass a written Skills Test as required if performing G-Tube feedings.

Background Checks

Must agree to and pass a criminal history check and an Employee Misconduct Registry check.

Environmental and Working Conditions

Works in patient's/client's residence in various conditions; possible exposure to blood, body fluids and infectious diseases; must have the ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.

Physical and Mental Effort

Prolonged standing and walking required. Must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move patients/clients. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines, to identify patient/client needs, to make quick decisions and to meet patient/client and family psychosocial needs. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. Must have the ability to use durable medical equipment in the home.

Essential Functions

• Promote positive, supportive, and respectful communication to the patient/client and family and Agency personnel
• Provide an environment that promotes respect for the patient's/client's privacy and property
• Provide personal assistance or health-related tasks to patient/client according to the Individualized Service Plan
• Appropriately report changes to ensure continuity of care
• Practice accepted infection control principles
• Provide a clean, safe and comfortable environment
• Utilize skills necessary to perform services according to the Agency's policy
• Contribute to the management and efficient operation of the Agency and demonstrate effective time management skills
• Demonstrate commitment, professional growth and competency by attending required inservices
• Promote the Agency's philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care