Caregiver (Personal Care Attendant, Non-Medical)

Position Summary The caregiver works under the supervision of the Personal Care Services (PCS) coordinator or office manager and performs home management, housekeeping, cooking, and various non-medical personal care services as necessary to the client's needs in the client's home, while the client is home. The caregiver is responsible for observing, documenting, and reporting care performed. The caregiver must have the ability to effectively communicate and to have clear boundaries with confidential client information. The caregiver will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity, and safety of a client's care. Starting pay begins at $14.50 per hour but is negotiable based on experience, training, and assigned client's needs. Caregivers cannot be guaranteed part

• or full
• time status and will have variable hours depending on the client(s) they are assigned to, any changes to plan(s) of care, and/or the decision of the client(s).

Due to the fluctuation in hours, all caregivers are considered Variable Hours employees. Hours worked will be measured for a 12-month period after beginning employment and the average will determine their status for benefits purposes for the following 12 months. Only Delegated and EPSDT hours will count toward qualifying for medical benefits. Please inquire about hours and benefits for more details. This position is Safety Sensitive. Caregivers are responsible for the direct care of clients. Safety Sensitive positions are those in which performance by a person under the influence of drugs (whether prescribed or not) or alcohol would constitute an immediate or direct threat of injury or death to that person or another. Although cannabis may be legal in the state of New Mexico, Safety Sensitive positions may not be under the influence of this substance whether prescribed or not. Safety Sensitive positions are subject to reasonable suspicion alcohol/drug screenings for workers who appear to be impaired or may otherwise be in violation of the drug and alcohol policy. Essential Responsibilities 1.

Personal Care:

Bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, skin care, etc. 2.

Transfers & Mobility:

Standby assistance, transferring and repositioning. 3.

Support Services:

Arrange and schedule transportation, assist with making or taking telephone calls, run errands, shopping, pick up prescriptions, etc. 4.

Meal Preparation & Eating:

Cooking, preparing, assisting, and feeding. 5. Assisting in

Self-Administrations of Medications:

Open medicine bottles and prepare water.

NEVER PHYSICALLY GIVE CLIENT MEDICATIONS. 6.

Household Services:

Sweep, mop, dust, vacuum, wash dishes, empty trashes, make bed, clean and sanitize bathroom, laundry, etc. 7.

Bowel & Bladder Assistance:

Standby assistance, cleaning, diaper/underwear changing, etc. 8.

Minor Maintenance of Equipment:

Cleaning and sanitizing wheelchair, walker, cane, bath seat, etc. 9.

Cognitive Assistance:

Remind client of tasks, appointments, etc. 10.

Observation:

Observe the client and promptly report any significant changes to the coordinator. 11. Complete and submit required paperwork, including timesheets, in a timely manner. 12. Complete all other related duties as assigned by the coordinator, office personnel, or plan of care. Physical Demands 1. Requires the ability to lift, carry, and pull 40 lbs. or more. 2. Must have unlimited range of motion: Frequently requires standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching with hands and arms, pushing, pulling, lifting, and repetitive motions. 3. Must be able to drive a vehicle (if required). 4. Must be able to meet Safety-Sensitive requirements such as not using substances which may inhibit judgement, performance, or safety of self/others while on the job. Core Competencies 1. Ethical Conduct

• Exhibits the knowledge, skills, and abilities to incorporate values and principles that distinguish right from wrong when making decisions. 2. Decision Making
• Specifies goals and obstacles to achieving those goals, generates alternatives, considers risks, and evaluates and chooses the best alternative in order to make a determination, draw conclusions, or solve a problem. 3. Interpersonal Communication
• Coordinates with other organizations or other parts of the organization to accomplish goals.

Listens to others exhibiting empathy and graciousness. 4. Oral and Written Communication (

Bilingual Preferred:

English-Spanish)

• Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information; attends to non-verbal cues and responds appropriately. Composes, reviews, and edits written materials for diverse audience. 5. Personal Care Knowledge
• Exhibits the knowledge, skills, and abilities to assist in personal care. Working Environment 1. Work is primarily performed in a client's home setting. 2. Occasional exposure to bloodborne pathogens, infectious disease, and/or hazardous chemicals. Minimum Qualifications (
• if applicable to the program) 1. At least 18 years of age at time of hire. 2. Eligible to legally work in the United States. 3. Possess a high school diploma, GED, or ability to demonstrate equivalent knowledge. 4. Must complete all trainings
• by corresponding due dates, which may include but is not limited to: CPR & First Aid (within 14 days of hire), HIPAA, Incident Management, and other required trainings initially and annually. 5. Have a negative Tuberculosis skin test, if high risk (within two weeks of hire and before starting services)
• . 6. Able to read and write in English/Spanish and follow direction clearly. 7. Must pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check and an Adult/Child Abuse Screening. 8. Possess a valid NM Driver's License
• . 9. Have proof of current Vehicle Liability Insurance and Registration
• 10. Pass a Motor Vehicle Check

•. 11. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. 12. Must have reliable transportation to and from client's residence, which may be located anywhere in the city limits or surrounding rural areas. The above statements are meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees of this job. Employees may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. Abarim Home Healthcare, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$14.50

• $18.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid orientation Paid sick time Paid training Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift 4 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Holidays Morning shift Night shift No weekends On call Weekends only Application Question(s): Are you able to reliably commute to and from client's residence, which may be located anywhere in the city limits or surrounding rural areas?

Experience:

Personal/Health Care:

1 year (Preferred)

Language:

Bilingual (English/Spanish) (Preferred)

License/Certification:

NM Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person