Caregiver, In Home Support Service (IHSS) Attendant

Goodwill of Colorado; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Caregiver to enhance the quality of life for clients through personalized in-home support. This part-time role involves assisting with personal care, health maintenance, and homemaking tasks, ensuring a safe and clean environment. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma and a valid driver's license, along with strong communication and customer service skills. Join a dedicated team that values independence and dignity for clients, while enjoying benefits like medical and dental coverage, paid time off, and a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, with a valid Colorado driver's license.
• Experience in personal care and homemaking is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care and health maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate with medical professionals.

Skills

Personal Care

Health Maintenance

Homemaking Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Smart Phone

Job description

Caregiver, In Home Support Service (IHSS) Attendant

Job Category: Care Giver

Requisition Number: CAREG017391

Posted: March 13, 2025

Part-Time

Rate: $17 USD per hour

Locations

1460 Garden of the Gods Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80907, USA

Description

OBJECTIVE:

To increase the quality of life through promotion of independence within the home by assisting with personal care, health maintenance activities, and homemaker services. Perform direct care services to client as directed by client and IHSS Nurse.

Pay: $17 per hour

This Part Time job is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Flexible Spending Accounts, and several voluntary supplemental benefit offerings. In addition, these positions are eligible for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, holiday, floating holiday, jury duty, and bereavement leave.

QUALIFICATIONS

A High School Diploma or GED. A valid Colorado driver’s license or ID, without a history of violations with current automobile insurances on the vehicle if ever transporting client is also required. If you have an out of state driver’s license you must obtain a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment. It is required to have a Smart Phone to utilize YLYW’s telephony system to clock in and out when providing services.

As a caregiver that also handles very confidential information, the candidate may be disqualified if they have a criminal record for illegal drug use or sale, financial fraud, identity theft, physical abuse, crimes involving violence and/or theft. The specifics of the offense will be considered, including how long ago the offense took place.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES

Geriatric, medical and/or home care experience is a plus. It is preferred that the incumbent can interact and work cooperatively and effectively with consumers, coworkers, supervisors, family members, and community referral sources. The incumbent must be able to perform general homemaking skills, demonstrate customer service skills, make common sense decisions and perform duties as required. The incumbent must also communicate effectively, conduct self in a professional manner, and maintain a professional appearance that enhances the firm’s reputation. The incumbent must respect confidentiality of the client.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Client Care

The IHSS Attendant will plan with the client on how best to carry out the required tasks and functions, organize the tasks within the care plan and perform the care plan tasks; {i.e. personal care, health maintenance activities and homemaker tasks}. and keep appropriate records, assist with activities, meals and snacks and communicate with medical and other professionals and caregivers to implement necessary changes, confirm treatment or handle emergencies. The incumbent will recognize the importance of a clean, healthy environment in performing household tasks; take measures to keep the home in a safe condition and respect the confidentiality of the client.

Client/Program Tracking and Reporting

The IHSS Attendant will complete telephony time keeping accurately and punctually, complete incident reports as deemed necessary, submit progress notes, changes in condition and report important changes observed in the client’s home.

Relationship Management

The IHSS Attendant will involve the client in all activities, encourage individual independence in the performance of all tasks, communicate in a timely manner and keep the IHSS RN informed of progress, considerations and any pertinent information regarding the client’s care. The incumbent will deal effectively and calmly with non-routine situations following accepted guidelines and perform other duties as required by the IHSS RN, participating in staff meetings and trainings as required. The incumbent will also maintain good working knowledge of Discover Goodwill’s policies and procedures, performing additional related duties as requested by the IHSS RN.

Research and Industry Involvement

The IHSS Attendant will participate in training classes and receive additional training as needed (12 hours annually); use conferences and meetings to expand knowledge and skill and ensure updated knowledge of policies.

Physical Requirements

Frequently: 5-8 hours

Occasionally: 3-4 hours

Never: 0

LIFTING: (as defined by ADA) Moderate: 15-44 lbs

CARRYING: Moderate: 15-44 lbs

PUSHING/PULLING

REACHING: Above Shoulder

At Shoulder

Below Shoulder

TWISTING

BENDING

KNEELING/CRAWLING

SQUAT

CLIMBING - use of legs only (stairs)

CLIMBING - use of arms & legs (ladders)

HEARING

VISION:

Visual – close

Visual – distant

HANDS/FINGERS:

Fine Manipulation

Repetitive Movements

WALKING

STANDING

SITTING

SPEAKING

OTHER - Please describe:

Goodwill is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to employing qualified individuals including those with disabilities, protected veterans and military spouses.

Goodwill participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS: 888-897-7781 or www.dhs.gov/E-Verify

We promote a Safe & Drug-free Workplace.

Qualifications

Education

Required: High School / GED or better.

Experience

Preferred: 1 year working with individuals providing personal and home making tasks.

Licenses & Certifications

Required: Driver's License