Home Care Caregivers-Companions in Mount Airy, NC and surrounding area

Cascades Verdae; North Carolina; On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job description

Home Care Caregivers-Companions in Mount Airy, NC and surrounding area

Job Category: Home Care/Home Health

Requisition Number: HOMEC001332

Posted: September 6, 2024

Part-Time

Locations

LLWC - Mt Airy - NC
1000 Ridge Crest Ln
Mount Airy, NC 27030, USA

Live Long Well Care of Mount Airy, NC is now accepting applications for Part Time, and PRN CNA/Caregiver/Companions in the Mount Airy and King locations to provide personal care and companionship for seniors. CNA certification is not required, but can be a plus and is paid a premium! Must be able to work some weekends. 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.

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.
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. Accurately and thoroughly document services provided in accordance with agency policy.
8. Immediately reports any changes in patient/client’s needs, condition, or incidents to the supervisor.
9. Listens and responds to patient/client’s needs in a sensitive and timely manner.

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT & DEVELOPMENT

1. Attends, participates in internal staff development programs, and obtains continuing education as required by Company policy and regulation.
2. Maintains and enhances clinical practice skills.
3. Performs other duties as assigned in response to patient/client, office and/or facility needs.
4. Adhere to HIPAA guidelines.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Reports for work on time prepared to assume duties.
2. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written.
3. Strong social work skills and ability to connect with individuals of all ages.
4. Adheres to company dress code and wears company name badge in a visible place.
5. Adheres to company policies and procedures.
6. Offers assistance as needed or directs individual to appropriate resources with proper follow through.
7. Provides a safe environment for clients, employees, and others.

PREREQUISITES:

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