Caregiver - Home Health Aide - Non-Medical

JEVS Care at Home • New Kensington, PA

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About The Position

The Caregiver assists clients with aspects of daily life as indicated by their care plans, helping them maintain independence. The role includes training and tools to support successful work, including instruction on Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and access to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). CPR, First Aid, and Dementia Training are also offered to interested caregivers as professional development. Caregivers complete an initial competency examination following training and orientation, followed by annual recertification training and testing. They must protect client information in accordance with HIPAA regulations and perform instrumental activities of daily living according to each client's Plan of Care. The position may allow caregivers to receive pay for caring for an elderly or disabled family member or friend; assistance applying for a state waiver may be available where needed.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the Client Care Manager.
• Complete Caregiver Orientation.
• Satisfactorily complete the JEVS Care at Home written exam and orientation program, including a passing score of at least 80% on the post-orientation exam.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate understanding of and encourage the independent living philosophy.
• Complete a competency examination after attending training and orientation addressing standard regulations.
• Complete an annual recertification course and test.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Complete instrumental activities of daily living according to the client's Plan of Care.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO).
• Medical and dental coverage, subject to meeting minimum hours worked requirements.
• Weekly pay.
• Paid in-services and training.
• Dementia training.
• EVV performance incentive available.
• Access to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• CPR and First Aid training available to interested caregivers as professional development.

What This Job Offers

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