In-Home Personal Care Attendant

Life Unlimited • Saint Joseph, MO

65d

About The Position

The position involves providing caregiving and personal care services to individuals who have disabilities within the comfort of their homes.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or commitment to obtain HiSet or GED.
• Six months of experience as a care provider, CNA, housekeeper, or household worker, or one year of experience caring for children, sick or elderly individuals
• Ability to perform a variety of cleaning tasks and mobility to negotiate a variety of obstacles in client homes.
• Ability to assess problems related to care plan and report to supervisor or RN consultant.
• Ability to adhere to OSHA safety protocols related to occupational exposure to blood or other infectious material.
• Must have access to mobile apps on a cell phone.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English both in writing and orally.
• Must not have been convicted of any disqualifying misdemeanor or felony and must not have been substantiated for abuse or neglect in the state of Missouri, as recorded by the Department of Mental Healths Employee Disqualification List.
• Must demonstrate safe practices in all areas and exemplify positive professional standards.
• Must Receive Seasonal Flu Vaccination

Responsibilities

• Provide cleaning services including but not limited to vacuuming, dusting, washing dishes, appliance care, running errands and laundering clothing, reading, and writing essential correspondence for blind, illiterate or physically impaired individuals.
• Provide personal care services including but not limited to hair care, assistance with bathing and meal preparation.
• Maintain records of service delivery including time sheets, calendars, and incident documentation
• Report any problems related to a participant or plan of care to supervisor.
• Complete required hours of continued training annually to meet state eligibility guidelines.
• Effectively and efficiently use computers or mobile devices to input, access, modify, or output information. This includes the ability to quickly access, store and retrieve data.
• All Other Duties as Assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles
• Education Level: High school or GED