Homecare Assistant I

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community•Scottsdale, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under close supervision from the Homecare Supervisor and the Homecare Manager in the Senior Services Department, assists in the performance of activities related to household maintenance within the client's home. Maintains safe and sanitary living conditions for clients so they remain in their homes in the community. This is a driving position. This job class is treated as FLSA non-exempt. This is a job progression position.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED is required.
Must have a current Assisted Living Training School, AZ State Board training and certification OR obtain certification in the area within 6 months of hire date.
Must have current CPR certification OR obtain the training and certification in this area within 6 months from the date of hire.
Must have First Aid Certification OR obtain the training and certification in this area within 6 months from the date of hire.
Must have Food Handler’s license OR obtain the training and certification in this area within 6 months from the date of hire.
Must provide proof of training in home accident prevention OR obtain the training and certification in this area within 6 months from the date of hire.
Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver’s License
Requires flexible work hours and work locations.
Requires physical contact with typical household cleaning solutions.
Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing.
Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the history, culture, laws, ordinances, customs and traditions of the SRPMIC.
Ability to learn CPR.
Ability to learn First Aid.
Ability to obtain ALTS State Board training and certification.
Ability to obtain a Food Handler’s license.
Ability to obtain home accident prevention training.
Ability to properly handle and dispose of contaminated waste materials.
Prioritize qualified candidates: Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidate.

Responsibilities

Provides periodic "light" housekeeping for clients to ensure the client's environment is safe and clean.
Washes and dries dishes.
Washes, dries, folds, and irons clothing.
Stores laundry, linens and makes up the beds.
Clears floors of any clutter that may create a falling hazard for the client.
Reminds clients to take prescribed medications at appropriate intervals but is not authorized to administer medicine to clients.
Plans and cooks meals, taking into consideration special dietary requirements.
Assists clients with recreational and social skill development including eating, and escorting to medical and legal appointments, and may provide translation if needed.
Spends quality time with the client which includes engagement in positive conversation, encouragement, and listening to client concerns, opinions, and general outlook, to be utilized as a therapeutic benefit to the client.
May escort client to SSD-provided activities such as movies, picnics, and other social events organized by the Homecare Division or other SSD divisions.
Engages in activities such as working on puzzles, word searches, and reading to the client.
Introduce new crafts to client which could become a hobby that can foster positive self-esteem and self-worth.
Respects the client's property, privacy, and special needs.
Escorts clients to medical and legal appointments and may provide translation if needed.
Maintains accurate forms of documentation under Senior Service Department Policy.
Maintains accurate and timely notes and other relative documented activity on behalf of all case contact.
Utilizes MAISE, related computerized system, or other required program data proficiently for required documentation each visit.
Adheres to, and stays in compliance with, the SSD Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) regarding client files, documentation, and confidentiality.
Provides information and referrals to clients for needed services.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned to maintain and enhance the program and departmental operation.