Caregiver, In Home Support Service (IHSS) Attendant

Goodwill of Colorado•Colorado Springs, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

To increase the quality of life through promotion of independence within the home by assisting with personal care, health maintenance activities and homemaker services. Perform direct care services to client as directed by client and IHSS Nurse.

Requirements

A High School Diploma or GED.
A valid Colorado driver’s license or ID, without a history of violations with current automobile insurances on the vehicle if ever transporting client is also required.
If you have an out of state driver’s license you must obtain a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment.
It is required to have a Smart Phone to utilize YLYW’s telephony system to clock in and out when providing services.
The candidate may be disqualified if they have a criminal record for illegal drug use or sale, financial fraud, identity theft, physical abuse, crimes involving violence and/or theft.
Criminal history record checks will be conducted.
The criminal history record check shall, at a minimum, include a search of criminal history in the State of Colorado and be conducted not more than 90 days prior to employment of the individual.
The cost of such inquiry shall be paid by either the home care agency or the individual seeking employment.
In assessing whether to employ an applicant with a felony or misdemeanor conviction, the HCA shall consider the following factors: The history of convictions, pleas of guilty or no contest, The nature and seriousness of the crimes; The time that has elapsed since the conviction(s); Whether there are any mitigating circumstances; and The nature of the position for which the applicant would be employed.
The HCA shall develop and implement policies and procedures regarding the employment of any individual who is convicted of a felony or misdemeanor to ensure that the individual does not pose a risk to the health, safety and welfare of the consumer.

Nice To Haves

Geriatric, medical and/or home care experience is a plus.
The incumbent can interact and work cooperatively and effectively with consumers, coworkers, supervisors, family members, and community referral sources.
The incumbent must be able to perform general homemaking skills, demonstrate customer service skills, make common sense decisions and perform duties as required.
The incumbent must also communicate effectively, conduct self in a professional manner and maintain a professional appearance that enhances the firm’s reputation.
The incumbent must respect confidentiality of the client.

Responsibilities

Plan with the client on how best to carry out the required tasks and functions, organize the tasks within the care plan and perform the care plan tasks; i.e. personal care, health maintenance activities and homemaker tasks.
Keep appropriate records.
Assist with activities, meals and snacks.
Communicate with medical and other professionals and caregivers to implement necessary changes, confirm treatment or handle emergencies.
Recognize the importance of a clean, healthy environment in performing household task.
Take measures to keep the home in a safe condition.
Respect the confidentiality of the client.
Complete telephony time keeping accurately and punctually.
Complete incident reports as deemed necessary.
Submit progress notes, changes in condition and report important changes observed in the client’s home.
Involve the client in all activities.
Encourage individual independence in the performance of all tasks.
Communicate in a timely manner and keep the IHSS RN informed of progress, considerations and any pertinent information regarding the client’s care.
Deal effectively and calmly with non-routine situations following accepted guidelines.
Perform other duties as required by the IHSS RN.
Participate in staff meetings and trainings as required.
Maintain good working knowledge of Discover Goodwill’s policies and procedures.
Perform additional related duties as requested by the IHSS RN.
Participate in training classes and receive additional training as needed (12 hours annually).
Use conferences and meetings to expand knowledge and skill.
Ensure updated knowledge of policies.

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Long Term Disability
Short Term Disability
Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Flexible Spending Accounts
Several voluntary supplemental benefit offerings
Paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, holiday, floating holiday, jury duty and bereavement leave.