Home Health Caregiver- VA

Pasco SW Home Health•Grand Junction, CO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Pasco Southwest Home Health is seeking a dedicated Home Health Caregiver to provide essential personal care services to clients in their homes. This part-time, on-site role focuses on helping clients maintain their independence and dignity. The agency is committed to providing life-changing home health services in the Cortez, Grand Junction, and Southern Colorado areas and is known for its supportive and compassionate work environment.

Requirements

High school degree required.
Completion of appropriate training program.
Successful completion of skills competency evaluation.
Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision.
Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired.
Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene.
Keep the IHSS RN/IHSS Team Lead informed of progress considerations and any pertinent information regarding the client’s care.
Valid, current Colorado driver’s license and access to a reliable automobile or access to public or other reliable transportation.
Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with Organization requirements and is in good working order.

Nice To Haves

Six months or more of aide experience in a home care setting is preferred.
Knowledge of principles and procedures of personal care and safety practices in the home care setting.
Understanding of family interactions and aging process.
Beginning knowledge of nutrition and food service.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and families, staff members and the general public.

Responsibilities

Provide personal care including baths, oral hygiene, back rubs, and assist with dressing and undressing clients.
Assist with toileting activities and skin care to prevent breakdown.
Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the client’s living area.
Plan and prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding when necessary.
Observe clients closely and document care provided and any changes in condition.
Travel to assigned client’s individual homes to provide care.
Complete cell Trak 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.