Personal Care Support Caregiver

NURSEWIN, LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Training

Weekly Pay

Education Opportunities

Job summary

Team Select Home Care is hiring a paraprofessional to provide non-medical personal care in the member's home under RN supervision. You will assist with ADLs, meals, mobility, and daily living activities while observing health changes and reporting to nursing staff.

Responsibilities include documentation, confidentiality, and adherence to the Plan of Care, with ongoing training and opportunities for career growth within the agency.

Qualifications

• Empathetic and compassionate attitude toward medically fragile or chronically ill individuals.
• Ability to read, write, and follow care plans and instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with members, family, nurses, and staff.
• Ability to observe and report changes in condition or safety concerns.
• Knowledge of basic personal care techniques and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-medical personal care per Plan of Care.
• Assist with ADLs including bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding.
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding per nutrition plan.
• Assist with ambulation, transfers, and use of adaptive equipment.
• Perform routine exercises and ROM as directed by nursing staff.
• Assist with medications that are ordinarily self-administered under supervision.
• Provide supervision and companionship to ensure safety.
• Assist with IADLs and homemaking tasks related to health and safety.
• Maintain a clean, safe living environment.
• Document shifts accurately and timely; obtain signatures as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA and state requirements.
• Participate in required training, staff meetings, and quality activities.
• Maintain professional conduct and appropriate boundaries.

Skills

Empathetic care

Clear communication

Observation skills

Documentation

Hygiene practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

A paraprofessional who provides non-medical personal care and assists with activities of daily living, and related services in the home for the sick and the disabled. The individual requires specific training, competence and performs assigned functions of personal support services and skilled care to the patient in a residence under the direction, instruction, and supervision of a registered nurse (RN).

Reports To: Reports directly to the Director of Clinical Services/Nursing Supervisor/RN.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provides personal care support services authorized in the Plan of Care and permitted under state laws.
• Assists the member with non-medical activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, skin care, shaving, toileting, and feeding.
• Prepares meals and snacks consistent with the member's nutritional plan and assists with feeding as assigned.
• Assists with ambulation, transfers, positioning, and use of adaptive or transfer equipment as trained and authorized.
• Performs routine exercises and active range-of-motion activities as assigned and delegated by nursing staff.
• Assists with medications that are ordinarily self-administered, including reminders, opening pre-set containers, and assistance with handling or ingesting medications, in accordance with policy and training (does not independently administer medications).
• Provides supervision and companion services to ensure the member is not left alone when it is unsafe to do so.
• Assists with instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) and homemaking tasks essential to the member's health and safety, including light housekeeping, laundry, meal cleanup, grocery shopping, and errands directly related to the member's needs.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and sanitary environment within the member's personal living space.
• Observes and monitors the member's physical, mental, and emotional condition and reports change promptly to the RN or agency designee.
• Recognizes and reports emergencies, injuries, abuse, neglect, sentinel events, variances, accidents, or unusual occurrences according to agency policy.
• Accurately reads, understands, and follows the Plan of Care, Assignment/Service Plan, and agency policies and procedures.
• Completes required documentation for each shift/visit accurately, timely, and legibly; obtains required signatures and submits documentation within established deadlines.
• Maintains confidentiality of the member and family information in compliance with HIPAA and state program requirements.
• Adheres to infection prevention and control practices, including proper hand hygiene and use of precautions as directed.
• Participates in required training, in-services, staff meetings, case conferences, and quality management or QAPI activities as assigned.
• Maintains professional conduct, appropriate boundaries, and respectful communication always, honoring member dignity, choice, and independent living philosophy.
• Performs only those duties for which the caregiver has received appropriate training, authorization, and supervision.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the scope of the Plan of Care and Family Caregiver policy.

Required Skills/Abilities/Knowledge:

• Empathetic, compassionate attitude toward the care of medically fragile or chronically ill individuals.
• Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions and care plans.
• Ability to communicate effectively with members, family members, nurses, and agency staff.
• Ability to observe, recognize, and report changes in condition or safety concerns accurately and timely.
• Knowledge of basic personal care techniques, hygiene practices, body mechanics, and infection control.
• Understanding of confidentiality requirements and professional boundaries.
• Ability to complete accurate and timely documentation.
• Mature judgment and sound decision-making skills within the scope of role and training.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the ongoing needs of the member and household environment.

Education/Experience/Licenses/Certifications/ Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age or meet minimum age requirements per state regulation.
• Maintains a current, valid CPR and First Aid certification.
• Completes required training hours prior to providing care and ongoing training within required timeframes.
• Maintains all required training documentation and certifications on file with the agency.

Physical Requirements: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position without compromising patient care.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

EEO Status: Service Workers

Benefits + Perks of Joining the Team

• Select Family Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Referral Program
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid, hands-on training
• Weekly pay
• Tuition Assistance Programs and Continuing Education opportunities
• Nursing programs for new graduates available!

Team Select Home Care reserves the right to change the above job description and qualifications without notice.

Team Select Home Care will not discriminate against you on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual preference, disability, political belief, veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law.

Team Select Home Care is an employment-at-will employer.

Team Select Home Care is dedicated to transforming lives by providing compassionate, high-quality in-home care. Founded in 2008, our mission is to change lives for the better. We advocate for families in need, treat our patients like the heroes they are, and empower our team members to make a meaningful difference every day. We specialize in long-term adult and pediatric private duty nursing, personal care services, and family caregiving programs, all with a personalized, patient-centered approach. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in everything we do, from the way we care for our patients, to how we support our team. We believe that our employees are the heart of our mission, and we're dedicated to your growth and well-being. At Team Select, you'll find opportunities for continuous training, career advancement, and professional development.