Direct Care Worker - Shawano

UnitedHealth Group; Shawano (WI); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k contribution

Incentive and recognition programs

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is looking for a Home and Community Bases Services Aide in Shawano, Wisconsin. In this role, you will provide essential personal care and assistance with daily living activities to help clients remain in their homes.

The ideal candidate should have flexibility in their schedule, a current driver's license, and experience in home care. The position offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Ability to function in various home situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assist with daily living activities.
• Support household tasks, meal preparation, and client appointments.
• Monitor and document client condition and vital signs.

Skills

Ability to work flexible hours

Current driver's license

Reliable transportation

Home care experience

Education

Listed on Wisconsin Home Health Aide Registry

Job description

Explore opportunities with Almost Family Personal Care, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Home and Community Bases Services Aide, you will provide support, assistance with personal hygiene and household functions for an individual to be able to remain in their own home.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assist with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, ambulation, and medication reminders

• Support household tasks, meal preparation, and accompany clients to appointments or errands as needed
• Monitor and document client condition, vital signs, and incidents; maintain confidentiality and use EVV system
• Ensure a safe environment, operate medical equipment properly, and respond promptly to client needs. You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation or access to public transit

• Ability to work flexible hours
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

State-Specific Requirements

• WI: Listed on Wisconsin Home Health Aide Registry

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 months+ of home care experience

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $14.00 to $20.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.