Evenings and Overnight Home Care Caregivers-Companions in Charleston, SC and surrounding area Position Available In Charleston, South Carolina

Job Description:

Live Long Well Care of Daniel Island, SC is now acceptingapplications for Full Time and Part Time Evening and OvernightCNA/Caregiver/Home Health Aides/Companions to provide personal careand companionship for seniors. CNA certification is not requiredbut can be a plus and is paid a premium! Must be able to work everyother weekend. Must have a valid Driver’s License and clean drivingrecord. Services will be provided to various addresses/clientswithin a 30-mile radius of the branch address. Must have anup-to-date smartphone for the electronic viewing and capture ofTime and Attendance, Care Tasks, and Communication. If you areinterested and eager, we encourage you to apply through thefollowing

URL:

https://llwcdanielisland.smartcaresoftware.com/applyWhy join us? Live Long Well Care® offers exciting and rewardingcareer opportunities to match job seekers of all backgrounds andcareer levels at all of our various branches. Our team members playan integral role in helping our clients achieve and/or maintaintheir maximum level of independence in their own homes. Live LongWell Care® is a dynamic company that strives to provide our teammembers with an enriching and fulfilling work environment. Thereare 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 OpportunitiesInternal Growth Support Advance Pay/On-demand Pay options Transferopportunities between multiple branches Position Summary Thisposition reports to the CSM (Client Services Manager) and/ordesignated supervisor in accordance with Company policy andregulatory requirements. This position is synonymous with thepositions 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 transferaids (Hoyer lifts, gait belts, etc.) Transferring & Positioning 2)Meal Preparation & Cooking Light Housekeeping & Laundry (to includethe duties of washing dishes, cleaning the kitchen after meals,laundering clothes, bed linens, and performing other housekeepingactivities normally done daily or weekly). 3) GroceryShopping/Errands/Transportation, Working with Dementia/Alzheimer’sClients 4) Provides companionship for the patient/client whileengaging in daily activities with clients 5) Pet services (toinclude assisting clients with grooming, feeding, walking, bathing,etc.) is required. You MUST be pet friendly. 6) Represents thecompany positively while creating an environment that fostersrespect and courtesy for clients and other employees. Works withinthe company programs to promote safety and the well-being of allclients and employees. 7) Provide general assistance and care topatients/clients to provide for a clean, safe, and orderlyenvironment for the patient/client and family. 8) Accurately andthoroughly document services provided in accordance with agencypolicy on day services are rendered, submitted in a timely manner.9) Immediately reports any changes in patient/client’s needs,condition, or incidents to the supervisor in a timely manner. 10)Listens and responds to patient/client’s needs in a sensitive andtimely manner either through own initiative as appropriate, or byreferral to the supervisor.

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT & DEVELOPMENT

• Attends, participates in internal staff development programs, andobtains continuing education as required by Company policy andregulation.
• 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.

OTHERDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reports for work on time prepared toassume duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verballyand written.
• Strong social work skills and ability to connectwith individuals of all ages.
• Adheres to company dress code andwears company name badge in a visible place.
• Adheres to companypolicies and procedures.
• Offers assistance as needed or directsindividual to appropriate resources with proper follow through.
• Complies timely with all requirements related to risk management,safety, infection control, TB screening, security, and fire, asappropriate.
• 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.
• Thecandidate must have successfully completed a training program ifrequired by state regulation or contract.

B.

Direct PreviousExperience:

• Two years’ experience in a similar position desiredbut not required.
• Two years’ experience working with the elderlydesired but not required.

C.

Skills/Competencies:

• Ability toread, write, speak, and understand English fluently
• Ability towork with minimal or close supervision.
• Must conduct all businessin a professional manner and with a high level of confidentiality.
• Must pass competency testing on hire and ongoing for the basicsof, but not limited to: o Meal preparation, housekeeping, infectioncontrol, safety in the home, proper handling of emergencies,transportation, pet walking and care.

D.

Other Qualifications:

• Must have an updated Android or iPhone smartphone device (see Aidevisit/documentation requirements)
• Current listing with nosubstantial finding on state Aide Registry, as state appropriate,if applicable
• Must have a valid driver’s license with proof ofinsurance E.

Abilities:

• Work indoors for most of the workday(fluorescent lights, HVAC system, carpeted/vinyl flooring, normalhousing noise levels).
• Provide a reliable means of transportationas required.
• Possess the physical ability to perform job-relatedduties which may require lifting, standing, bending, transferring,stooping, stretching, walking, pushing, pulling and the ability toprovide partial or complete assistance with non-personal activitiesof daily living, without assistance from another healthcare worker,or significant other.
• Ability to work in time-sensitive orstressful situations.
• Sit in a chair/stand for extended periods.

F.

Travel:

• Ability to commute to various client locationsthroughout the workday/week.

G.

Working conditions:

• 50-90% ofwork is performed in a client’s home. The position does haveexposure to malodorous, infectious, body fluids and some minimalexposure to noxious smells from cleaning/disinfectant agents.
• Eligibility to drive on company business and a satisfactory drivingrecord required.

1. Drivers should be in the age bracket of 21-70or, if over 70, with a signed physician Statement. 2. License mustbe valid (no expired licenses) 3. Denied or Revoked License in thelast 3 years is unacceptable. 4. Any Suspended Licenses OR two ormore suspensions in the last 3 years is unacceptable. 5. Two ormore at-fault accidents within 3 years is unacceptable. 6. Three ormore moving violations within the last 5 years is unacceptable. 7.Any of the following violations (or similar violations) within thelast 5 years are unacceptable: DUI; DWI; Speeding in excess of 25mph; reckless or careless driving; vehicular homicide,manslaughter, etc.