Direct Care Worker - Waupun

Optum; Waupun (WI); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Optum is hiring a Personal Care Assistant in Waupun, Wisconsin, to support individuals with personal hygiene and household functions. The role includes assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.

The ideal candidate should possess a current driver's license and CPR certification is preferred. Flexibility in hours is required to meet clients' needs. The pay ranges from $14.00 to $20.00 hourly based on various factors.

Qualifications

• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle.
• Must have ability to complete CPR certification within 90 days.
• 6+ months of home care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene support and household assistance for individuals.
• Assist clients with daily living activities and medical appointments.
• Ensure a clean and safe environment within the home.

Skills

Driver's license

CPR certification

Home care experience

Flexible working hours

Job description

Personal Care Assistant

As the Personal Care Assistant, 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

• Provides or assists clients with activities of daily living including:
  • bathing in bed, tub or shower
  • care of hair including shampoo, combing and brushing
  • care of teeth and mouth including denture care
  • nail care, filing only
  • skin care including pericare and applying lotion
  • transfer of patient from bed to chair and to wheelchair
  • transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet
  • assist client in preparing for bed
  • position patient in bed as directed
  • assists with ambulation including with cane, walker and crutches
  • personal care dressing of client
  • medication reminder
• Live-in and Sleep Over's:
  • secures clients home for the night and provides reassurance by being present at the client's home during the nighttime hours
  • (Washington and Oregon does not provide this service)
• Utilize the E.V.V. (Electronic Visit Verification) program as applicable
• Assists with household tasks directly essential to client's personal care
• Accompanies client to medical appointments or shopping if necessary and performing other essential errands
• Measures and records oral, rectal, and auxiliary temperatures, pulse and respiration, and blood pressure when ordered within the training limitations of the aide
• Prepares meals as required based upon client's preferred diet
  • may need to feed client if required
• Provides clean and safe environment within the home including safe use of equipment such as side rails, oxygen, wheelchairs, Hoyer lifts, etc.

Required Qualification

• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
• 6+ months of home care experience
• Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified clients' needs

Pay & Benefits

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). 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.

Drug-Free Workplace

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