Home Care Caregivers-Companions in Winston Salem, NC and surrounding area

Cascades Verdae; North Carolina; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Home Care Caregivers-Companions in Winston Salem, NC and surrounding area

Job Category: Home Care/Home Health

Requisition Number: HOMEC001686

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• Posted: August 6, 2024
• Part-Time

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LLWC - Winston Salem - NC
3250 Homestead Club Dr
Winston Salem, NC 27103, USA

Live Long Well Care of Winston-Salem is now accepting applications for PT/PRN CNA/Caregiver/Companions for all shifts, weekend availability preferred. This position provides personal care and companionship to 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 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.

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 (to include the duties of washing dishes, cleaning the kitchen after meals, laundering clothes, bed linens, and performing other housekeeping activities normally done daily or weekly).
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. Accurately and thoroughly document services provided in accordance with agency policy on day services are rendered, submitted in a timely manner.
8. Immediately reports any changes in patient/client’s needs, condition, or incidents to the supervisor in a timely manner.
9. Listens and responds to patient/client’s needs in a sensitive and timely manner either through own initiative as appropriate, or by referral to the supervisor.

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT & DEVELOPMENT

• Attends, participates in internal staff development programs, and obtains continuing education as required by Company policy and regulation.
• 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 written.
• Strong social work skills and ability to connect with individuals of all ages.
• Adheres to company dress code and wears company name badge in a visible place.
• Adheres to company policies and procedures.
• Offers assistance as needed or directs individual to appropriate resources with proper follow through.
• Complies timely with all requirements related to risk management, safety, infection control, TB screening, security, and fire, as appropriate.
• Provides a safe environment for clients, employees, and others.
• Assumes responsibility for all mandatory in-services, certification, and/or licensure, competencies, etc.

PREREQUISITES:

1. A. Education: High school graduation or GED required. The candidate must have successfully completed a training program if required by state regulation or contract.
2. B. Direct Previous Experience: Two years’ experience in a similar position desired but not required. Two years’ experience working with the elderly desired but not required.
3. C. Skills/Competencies: Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently. Ability to work with minimal or close supervision. Must conduct all business in a professional manner and with a high level of confidentiality.
4. D. Other Qualifications: Must have an updated Android or iPhone smartphone device. Current listing with no substantial finding on state Aide Registry, as state appropriate, if applicable. Must have a valid driver’s license with proof of insurance.
5. E. Abilities: Work indoors for most of the workday. Provide a reliable means of transportation as required. Possess the physical ability to perform job-related duties.
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. The position does have exposure to malodorous, infectious, body fluids and some minimal exposure to noxious smells from cleaning/disinfectant agents.