Caregiver

Avid Health at Home Illinois•Fairview Heights, IL

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Caregiver is a paraprofessional member of the client care team who provides selected personal care services and limited related household tasks under the scheduling supervision of the Client Care Coordinator and the clinical supervision of a registered nurse or Clinical Manager. Services are provided according to the physician’s orders, the client’s plan of treatment, and the client’s plan of care. The role is classified as non-exempt, with hours varying by case. Caregivers support clients in their homes with activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), personal care, related household tasks, companionship, and safe use of equipment. They remind clients about self-administration of medication but must not administer medications. Caregivers document services and shift details, promptly report changes or incidents, protect client confidentiality, follow HIPAA requirements and agency policies, and participate in required staff development and in-service education.

Requirements

Current certification or registration with the Licensing Board or Department in the state of practice.
Compliance with all applicable regulations and company policies.
Sympathetic attitude toward the care of the sick.
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 lift, push, pull, and carry a minimum of 25 pounds.
Ability to stoop and bend for up to 2.5 hours per 8-hour shift.
Ability to perform the stated physical tasks, including sitting, standing, walking on variable surfaces, occasional climbing of ramps or stairs or using foot controls, using hands for tasks such as gripping and handling objects, and reaching beyond mid-line, overhead, or at chest level.
Vision abilities including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
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 ADL and IADL support in the client’s home in accordance with physician’s orders 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, elimination, 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, healthy environment; planning and preparing meals to meet dietary requirements; feeding when necessary; light housekeeping; and laundering bedding and clothing.
Assist with shopping, groceries, 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 medication.
Accurately document shift details and services within established time parameters.
Ensure the safety of clients and self, follow Universal Precautions, and demonstrate safe handwashing techniques.
Observe and promptly report changes in the client’s physical, emotional, or mental status, family situation, or incidents to the agency coordinator, supervisor, and client’s designated representative as instructed by the employer.
Maintain and improve skills through staff development programs and required in-service education.
Maintain confidentiality, adhere to HIPAA regulations, and communicate courteously and compassionately with clients, families, employees, physicians, visitors, and community members.
Follow agency policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.