A Caregiver or Personal Care Aide provides non-medical care for adults, including elderly and disabled people, typically in their own homes. Assists clients with daily tasks including bathing, medication reminders, and light housekeeping; may also provide transportation for appointments and errands. These roles do not always require formal certification.
As an in-home caregiver, you will work with our clients in their homes, helping with personal care, housekeeping, and companionship tasks as needed. You will provide compassionate care and assistance and document clients progress to help ensure their overall wellbeing. Paid mileage for travel as well! Serving Fort Collins/Loveland/Greeley and surrounding areas
RESPONSIBILITIES
Travel to clients' homes, arriving on time. Greet clients in a warm, professional manner and be considerate of personal preferences. Understand the limitations and needs of each individual client. Provide basic homemaking services e.g. meal prep, laundry, housekeeping according to their individual care plans. Provide companionship and engage in conversation with clients. Run errands for the client, as needed. Assist with mobility issues, helping client get in and out of bed, wheelchair, etc. Assist with personal hygiene e.g. brushing teeth, toileting, bathing. Assist with all daily activities, based on clients' needs. Provide caring and positive presence for the client. Document/log clients progress and overall well-being for daily reports. Must follow proper MSDS protocol.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent required. Current certificate in first aid and CPR. Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance required. One year experience working in home healthcare environment is preferred, but not required Good communication skills, written and verbal, and excellent conversational skills. Able to lift heavy objects, help move clients, and perform physical tasks. Patience and ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Prompt and reliable. Warm and caring personality. Commitment to treating clients with dignity and respect.
LINE OF AUTHORITY
Reports to Non-Medical Manager
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Works indoors in patient homes and facilities. Travels to/from patient homes, stores, restaurants.
JOB RELATIONSHIPS
Supervised by Non-Medical Manager
RISK EXPOSURE
Low risk
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position without compromising patient care.
