Caregiver - Home Health Aide - Non-Medical

JEVS Care at Home • Allentown, PA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Caregiver, you will be responsible for assisting clients in aspects of their daily lives as indicated by their care plan. Caregivers play an important role in allowing our clients to maintain their independence. Caregivers are provided training and tools to be successful in their role, including training on the Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and access to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). CPR, First Aid, and Dementia Training are also provided to all interested caregivers as Professional Development. JEVS Care at Home is committed to ensuring all our employees feel included, valued, appreciated, and free to be who they are at work. We cultivate a culture where differences are valued, and we are putting resources and attention towards improving employee engagement, retention, and promotion of our talented staff. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are core principles that guide how we cultivate leaders, build our teams, and create an environment that is the right fit for JEVS Care at Home employees, our community partners, and the individuals we serve.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older
• A High School diploma or GED is required
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to effectively communicate with Client Care Manager
• Completion of Caregiver Orientation
• Must satisfactorily complete JEVS Care at Home written exam and orientation program 80% passing score on post-orientation exam.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nurse Aide Certification preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• The Caregiver will demonstrate understanding of and encourage the independent living philosophy.
• The JEVS Care at Home Caregiver will complete a competency examination after attending a training and orientation that address standard regulations. Annually thereafter, the JCAH Caregiver will complete an annual re-certification course and test.
• The Caregiver will maintain confidentiality of client information as per HIPAA regulations.
• The Caregiver will complete instrumental activities of daily living, according to the client’s Plan of Care.

Benefits

• PTO - paid time off
• Medical/Dental (must meet minimum hours worked requirement)
• Weekly Pay
• Paid In-services/Training
• Dementia training
• EVV Performance incentive available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED