Home Care Provider

Tanana Chiefs Conference • Huslia, AK

307d

About The Position

Job incumbent provides respite, chore, personal care or a combination of services to families and Elders. Incumbent will work closely with the Home Care Provider Coordinator to implement the client's plan of care. Adhere to the TCC Ch'eghwtsen' model of service and guiding principle which requires providing timely and effective service along with the ability to interact with others in a way that inspires trust and demonstrates respect, compassion and empathy.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current CPR and First Aid training certificate
• Meet Qualifications for personal care, state statute 7 AAC 125.125.090
• Current Certified Alaska Nurse's Aide License and/or Personal Care Attendant certification preferred.
• Must pass background check pursuant to federal Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act requirement and State of Alaska background check.

Nice To Haves

• Current Certified Alaska Nurse's Aide License and/or Personal Care Attendant certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides respite, chore, or personal care services to families who are caring for someone who is frail, has Alzheimer's or related dementia assigned patients, following instructions in the plan of care.
• Provides services in a respectful and caring manner consistent with patients' values and lifestyle.
• Works in a planned, organized and safe manner.
• Prepare and maintain records and nursing notes of patient progress, services performed, and report changes in patient condition to the Program Coordinator.
• Weekly phone calls with Program Coordinator to report concerns or problems with patients' health, and receive guidance and support from the Program Coordinator.
• Provides assistance and supervision with instrumental activities of daily living (eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, light housekeeping, meal preparation, transferring in/out of bed/chair, walking, and shopping).
• Keeps patients' area and personal belongings clean, safe, and sanitary.
• Complete monthly continuing education units.
• Submits accurate timecards, signed by the Tribal Council, and accurate time sheets signed by the Client, and Nursing Notes, every two weeks.
• Follows TCC and Home Care policies and procedures.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED