Home Care Caregivers-Companions in Columbia/Lexington, SC and surrounding area

Cascades Verdae; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Home Care Caregivers-Companions in Columbia/Lexington, SC and surrounding area

Job Category: Home Care/Home Health

Requisition Number: HOMEC001553

Job Type: Full-Time

Locations

Live Long Well Care of Columbia/Lexington, SC is now accepting applications for Full Time and Part Time CNA/Caregiver/Home Health Aides/Companions to provide personal care and companionship for seniors. Day & Night Positions are available as well as weekends. CNA certification is not required, but can be a plus and is paid a premium! Must have a valid Driver's License and clean driving record. Services will be provided to various addresses/clients within a 30-mile radius of the branch address.

Must have an up-to-date smartphone for the electronic viewing and capture of Time and Attendance, Care Tasks, and Communication.

Live Long Well Care offers exciting and rewarding career opportunities to match job seekers of all backgrounds and career levels at all of our various branches. Our team members play an integral role in helping our clients achieve and/or maintain their maximum level of independence in their own homes.

Live Long Well Care is a dynamic company that strives to provide our team members with an enriching and fulfilling work environment. There are numerous advantages to working for Live Long Well Care, including:

• Flexible hours
• Generous paid-time off program (vacation)
• 401(k) with company match
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Internal Growth Support
• Advance Pay/On-demand Pay options

Position Summary

This position reports to the CSM (Client Services Manager) and/or designated supervisor in accordance with Company policy and regulatory requirements. This position is synonymous with the positions of Companion, Housekeeper, Homemaker, and Chore Worker.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assisting with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living): Bathing, Dressing, Toileting, Transferring, Feeding. Mobility Assistance including using transfer aids (Hoyer lifts, gait belts, etc.)
2. Meal Preparation & Cooking, Light Housekeeping & Laundry.
3. Grocery Shopping/Errands/Transportation, Working with Dementia/Alzheimer’s Clients.
4. Provides companionship for the patient/client while engaging in daily activities with clients.
5. Pet services (to include assisting clients with grooming, feeding, walking, bathing, etc.).
6. Represents the company positively while creating an environment that fosters respect and courtesy for clients and other employees.
7. Provide general assistance and care to patients/clients to ensure a clean, safe, and orderly environment.
8. Accurately document services provided in accordance with agency policy.
9. Immediately report any changes in patient/client’s needs or conditions to the supervisor.
10. Listen and respond to patient/client’s needs in a sensitive and timely manner.

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT & DEVELOPMENT

• Attends and participates in internal staff development programs.
• Maintains and enhances clinical practice skills.
• Performs other duties as assigned in response to patient/client, office and/or facility needs.
• Adhere to HIPAA guidelines.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reports for work on time prepared to assume duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Strong social work skills and ability to connect with individuals of all ages.
• Adheres to company dress code and wears company name badge visibly.
• Adheres to company policies and procedures.
• Offers assistance as needed or directs individuals to appropriate resources.
• Complies with all requirements related to risk management, safety, infection control, and security.
• Provides a safe environment for clients, employees, and others.
• Assumes responsibility for all mandatory in-services, certification, and/or licensure, competencies, etc.

PREREQUISITES:

• A. Education: High school graduation or GED required.
• B. Direct Previous Experience: Two years’ experience in a similar position desired but not required.
• C. Skills/Competencies: Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
• D. Other Qualifications: Must have an updated Android or iPhone smartphone device.
• E. Abilities: Ability to work indoors for most of the workday.
• F. Travel: Ability to commute to various client locations throughout the workday/week.
• G. Working conditions: 50-90% of work is performed in a client’s home.