Private Duty Caregiver

The Overlook; Charlton (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Charlton is seeking a Private Duty Caregiver to deliver high-quality personal care and support to residents. The role involves assisting with daily activities, medication reminders, and maintaining a safe, clean environment. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills, patience, and a commitment to resident well-being. This is an entry-level, full-time position offering competitive pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience providing hands-on care to clients in a caregiver role required.
• Valid Home Health Aide certificate or Certified Nursing Aide certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities including bathing and dressing.
• Provide medication reminders and support with home exercise plans.
• Document services provided and report to supervisors.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Patience

Team Player

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Base pay range

$16.50/hr - $25.00/hr

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Private Duty Caregiver is responsible for providing the highest quality personal care and related, housekeeping, and general support for overall health and wellness to the resident (in accordance with the plan of care developed by the Director of Care Coordination & Health Transitions. Private Duty Caregivers must objectively document services provided during each service time on flow sheets and in notes at the end of each shift. Caregivers are required to report to the Director of Care Coordination & Health Transitions per Department On-Call reporting responsibilities while on shift with the resident. The Private Duty Caregiver will ask qualifying questions to his or her supervisor in the most proactive manner possible if unclear of how to proceed with a task in order to achieve the best possible outcomes for the residents.

POSITION DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

ü Successfully implements the Plan of Care.

ü Demonstrates knowledge and utilizes proper infection control techniques when providing direct care.

ü Assist resident with all activities of daily living including, but not limited to: bathing, toileting, dressing, feeding, shaving, oral care etc.

ü Assist resident with ambulation, transfers and safety supervision (using the appropriate assistive devices).

ü Assists with all prescribed adaptive equipment such as hearing aids, dentures, power chair etc.- reports to supervisor if any equipment is not working properly or broken.

ü Assist clients with simple home exercise plans.

ü Assist clients with ostomy and catheter care.

ü Provide medication reminders in accordance with the SAMM Program.

ü Provide meal / snack / hydration preparation in accordance with the prescribed diet.

ü Complete laundry, and housekeeping support (changing bed linens, light cleaning, etc.)by maintaining general cleanliness and neatness.

ü Assist with care of pets as indicated in the plan of care.

ü Run errands on behalf of client: grocery shopping, picking up medication, etc. as directed by the supervisor.

ü Reports all residents material needs to Scheduling Manager (i.e. briefs, clothing, toothpaste, food etc.).

ü Accompany client to an appointment or activity outside the home as directed by the supervisor.

ü Provides meaningful companionship to include Community Involvement and Socialization based on the activity calendar and the resident’s abilities, interests and cognitive capacity.

ü Reports resident and family concerns while on shift or immediately following when appropriate.

ü Ensures flow sheets and an end of shift log is completed to include information on client care/condition/progress, vital signs, notification and directives by supervisors and any.

ü Other pertinent information that will contribute to the successful care and support of the resident.

ü Ensures a shift report is clearly communicated to on-coming shift and any change of shift tasks are completed (control count etc.).

ü Orients new staff to residents and plan of care as well as work environment.

ü Recognizes and assists in the prevention of Elder Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation (financial and other) and reports immediately to maintain resident safety.

ü Maintains Professional Boundaries when interacting with residents, family members, peers and supervisors at all times in accordance with The Overlook Code of Conduct.

ü Redirects resident and or family to the appropriate member of the management team for any concerns or changes with the plan of care or schedule.

ü Demonstrates patience, tact and a willingness to take direction and work as a team member

ü Attends staff meetings on a regular basis as assigned.

ü Reports to work as scheduled and on-time- caregivers should not change start or end times of any visit without authorization of the supervisor in advance.

ü Demonstrates flexibility and understanding that working beyond scheduled work hours may be required at times to support the resident (i.e. call outs, in climate weather etc.).

ü Utilizes department software and clocking in and out methods for payroll in accordance with the Employee Policy for Time Clock and Reporting.

ü Follows all Overlook and Department Policies and Procedures.

ü Any additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Care Coordination & Health Transitions.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent - required
• Experience providing hands on care to clients in a caregiver role - required
• Valid Home Health Aide certificate, Certified Nursing Aide certificate, or Licensed Practical Nurse certificate - preferred
• Reliable transportation.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Great team player.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to show patience and kindness at all times.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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