Caregiver - Home Health Aide - Non-Medical

JEVS Care at Home•Philadelphia, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for new caregivers to join our home care team. As a Caregiver you will be responsible for assisting the client in aspects of their daily life as is indicated by their care plan. Caregivers have 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 are provided access to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). CPR, First Aid, and Dementia Training are also provided to all interested caregivers as Professional Development. At JEVS, we are 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. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply; reasonable accommodations will be provided. Please contact your [[email protected]] recruiter if you are in need of an accommodation during the interview process. JEVS Care at Home is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities. The Agency will not engage in or tolerate unlawful discrimination (including any form of unlawful harassment) on account of a person’s gender, gender identity, age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual preference or orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, disability, or membership in any other protected group. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply; reasonable accommodations will be provided.

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.