Caregiver

Avid Health at Home•Springfield, IL

12h•$15 - $20

About The Position

Avid Health provides personalized in-home care. The Caregiver is a paraprofessional member of the client care team, working under the scheduling supervision of the Client Care Coordinator and clinical supervision of a registered nurse, Clinical Manager. The Caregiver provides selected personal care services and limited related household tasks as specified in the client’s plan of care and ordered by a physician. This role is classified as non-exempt, with hours that vary on a case-by-case basis.

Requirements

Current certification or registration with the Licensing Board or Department in the state of practice.
Compliance with applicable regulations and company policies.
A sympathetic attitude toward the care of sick people.
Ability to read, write, and carry out directions.
Maturity to deal effectively with the demands of the job.
Ability to meet transportation, language, and cultural requirements specific to branch needs.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk on variable surfaces; occasionally climb ramps or stairs or use foot controls.
Ability to use hands for tasks including operating hand controls, gripping, and handling objects; reach beyond the body’s midline and overhead or at chest level.
Vision abilities including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry at least 25 pounds.
Ability to stoop and bend for up to 2.5 hours per 8-hour shift.
Use universal safety precautions when performing assigned tasks.

Nice To Haves

CPR certification is preferred and may be required for some clients.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL) support in clients’ homes as ordered in the physician’s plan of treatment and the client’s plan of care.
Assist with personal care, including bathing, mouth and denture care, skin and foot care (without toenail cutting), grooming, dressing, and undressing.
Assist with elimination needs, transfers, and ambulation, with or without mechanical aids.
Assist clients with therapy exercises under the direction of a Registered Therapist.
Perform household tasks related to the client’s health and care plan, including maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy environment; planning and preparing meals according to dietary requirements; feeding when necessary; light housekeeping; and laundering client bedding and clothing.
Assist with shopping, grocery trips, errands, and appointments outside the home.
Provide companionship and stimulation, including reading and walks, and accompany clients to medical or other appointments.
Use equipment appropriately and safely.
Remind clients to self-administer medication; do not administer medications.
Accurately document shift details and services within established time parameters.
Ensure client and personal safety, follow Universal Precautions, and demonstrate safe handwashing techniques.
Observe clients’ general physical, emotional, and mental status and immediately report changes in condition, family situation, or incidents to the agency coordinator, supervisor, and client’s designated representative as instructed.
Maintain and improve skills by attending staff development programs and required in-service education.
Maintain confidentiality, adhere to HIPAA regulations, and interact courteously and compassionately with clients, families, employees, physicians, visitors, and community members.
Follow agency policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.