Caregiver

outreach-health; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 17,908 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Outreach Health is seeking a Caregiver in Weymouth, Massachusetts, to assist elderly or disabled clients with daily tasks and promote their independence. Responsibilities include personal care such as bathing and meal preparation, as well as providing companionship.

The role demands empathy and integrity, adhering to Outreach’s values while ensuring clients feel respected and valued. Applicants must have a High School Diploma or GED, pass a background check, and possess a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Must pass a criminal background screening.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
• Promote independence and self-care for clients.
• Report significant changes in clients' circumstances.

Skills

Independence support

Client hygiene support

Verbal and written communication

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Caregiver

Department: Community Care Division (CCD)

Reports to: Area Supervisor

Travel: Traveling Required

Compliance Category: Client / Patient Care Support

Hourly / Salary Exempt: Hourly (Non-Exempt)

Full-Time / Variable: Variable Hour

Client Contact / HIPAA: Yes, High

Job Description

As a Caregiver for Outreach Health, you are responsible for helping clients that are disabled or elderly by assisting with daily tasks, basic health related tasks, and provide companionship. To ensure the client is properly cared for, you will understand and perform basic safety techniques.

The Caregiver is a positive leader and mentor, torchbearer for company values, and will represent Outreach Health with integrity in the community.

The Caregiver will be expected to adhere to Outreach’s workplace values. Our purpose at Outreach is to care for others; therefore, empathy is at the core of everything we do. We treat others with compassion, love, and respect. All our communications are to be respectful and in a professional manner. We encourage ourselves and our team to be positive leaders, creating an environment of trust and a culture where everyone feels valued. We each take responsibly for our own personal development, striving to be teachable, humble, and lifelong learners.

We work tirelessly to earn and keep the trust of our clients, that includes bringing compassion, purpose, and value wherever we go. We strive to always do the right thing, even when no one is watching. We are good stewards of the resources and responsibilities entrusted to us, making every effort to accomplish more with less.

Essential Job Functions

• Supports and promotes self-care and independence of the client(s); duties may include but are not limited to: bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, toileting, cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, transfer/ambulation, escort, routine hair/skin care, exercise, shopping and assistance with self-administered medication, respite, protective supervision and/or habilitation services (with additional training).
• For clients receiving HAB Services, the Habilitation Specialist / Caregiver will participate in teaching and coaching clients in one or more of the following areas as identified by the authorization: Independent Living Skills, Employment Skills, Problem Solving, Socialization and Coping with Daily Living Frustrations and Challenges.
• Must complete tasks and/or activities during scheduled, authorized hours and reports by Electronic Visit Verification/Fixed Visit Verification (EVV/FVV) system when arriving and leaving the clients home each day worked (as directed by the Field Supervisor or CMPAS Assessor of Need)
• Reports any significant changes in the client’s circumstances to the Field Supervisor immediately, e.g. vacation, hospitalization

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Skills, Education, Certification, License, and/or Experience

• Must have a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience. If the applicant is under the age of 18, the applicant must be a High School graduate or enrolled in a Vocational Educational Program
• Must pass a criminal background screening
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions
• Must comply with HIPAA, applicable healthcare laws and statutes (local, state, and/or federal)
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and own a legally registered vehicle that holds the minimum liability insurance coverage. (Required for caregivers that drive only)
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision while providing care in a client’s home

In the Primary Home Care or Community Attendant Services Program, the caregiver cannot be the spouse of the client; Also, the caregiver cannot be a foster parent or a parent of a minor that receives state or federal funded services. However, in the CMPAS program, the Caregivers may be the parent, sibling, or spouse of the client.

Preferred Skills, Education, Certification, License, and/or Experience

• Bilingual (English and Spanish)
• Prior experience as a caregiver or similar role
• CPR and First Aid certification (required for CLASS, MDCP, DBMD)
• Availability to work weekends and holidays, as needed

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Must be able to work in a work environment that involves intermittent body movements such as walking, standing, sitting, driving, bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, stooping, kneeling, climbing stairs, and reaching. Must have dexterity and strength in hands/limbs for reasonable accommodation to perform required tasks. The Nature of duties presents moderate exposure to infectious and chemical hazards or job-related accidental injury. Must be able to travel to perform field visits or travel between offices if necessary. Not all sites/locations will be handicapped accessible. (Driving may be a requirement depending on duties and responsibilities).

Compliance

The Caregiver is required to fully comply with applicable healthcare laws and statutes (local, state, and federal) and Outreach Health policies and procedures. Must respect clients by recognizing their rights; maintaining confidentiality and work tirelessly to earn and keep their trust. Each team member is expected to perform all duties and demonstrate behaviors and attitudes consistent with Outreach Health’s Mission Statement and Core Values.