Live In Aide

Danbury•Danbury, CT

20d

About The Position

Live-In Home Care Aides provide “around-the-clock” care to clients, who prefer to receive needed services in their own homes rather than in an Assisted Living Facility. Service must be delivered in a reliable, compassionate, dignified, and respectful manner and be in accordance with the client’s choices, Agency policies and industry standards. Care Aides must respect and adhere to clients’ household rules. Reporting Relationship: Reports to Agency Supervisor. Responsibilities/Activities: Duties vary depending on the individual client’s Service Plan. They can include all, or a selection of, the following activities although other authorized activities could be added to meet a specific client’s needs: Assist with Personal Care activities including bathing, skin care, shaving, mouth care, toileting (including bladder & bowel care), dressing and hair care. Assist with mobility, including walking, transferring, and pushing wheelchair. Perform daily household tasks such as light cleaning, changing beds, laundry, ironing, shopping. Prepare and serve meals. Clean-up and store left-over food. Assist with menu planning ensuring dietary restrictions are followed. Assist clients with recreational activities they enjoy. Maintain a healthy and safe environment. Report any change in a client’s mental or physical condition, or their home situation. Assist with prescribed medications, in accordance with the Agency’s Medication Management Policy. Handle correspondence and financial matters, as requested. Drive client’s vehicle, as directed. Respect client confidentiality and privacy at all times. Discuss breaks with client to ensure that these are consented and mutually suitable. Monitoring working hours, as worked out between the Agency and the client. Report & document required and activity notes, as per Agency’s procedures. Adhere to Agency policies and procedures.

Requirements

Knowledge of home management skills.
Knowledge of personal care activities.
Knowledge of principles and processes for client service delivery, including needs assessments, adherence to quality standards and evaluation of client satisfaction.
Knowledge of the English language.
Knowledge of safeguarding matters and how to recognize and report abuse.
Working knowledge of health and safety matters relating to homecare.
Understanding the importance of providing support, in accordance with clients’ wishes and needs,
Understanding the needs of individuals who require care and support.
Understanding and respecting a client’s rights.
Understanding the importance and application of confidentiality.
Ability to follow orders and instructions.
Ability to numerically manage money, shop and pay bills, when requested by client.
Ability to provide care in a manner that respects dignity, is non-judgmental and promotes independence.
Ability to understand written and oral instructions.
Ability to communicate information, orally and in writing, so others understand.
Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
Ability to identify problems and determine effective solutions.
Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relations with clients/families, co-workers, and professionals.
Good physical and mental health.
Good stamina and fitness to meet the physical demands of the job.
Mental fortitude and stability to handle stress.
Physical and mental ability to drive a vehicle.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Personal Care Aide Certification in CT (CNA & HHA are accepted).
Current driver’s license (If Applicable).
Proper Vehicle Insurance Coverage (Business Insurance, if using own vehicle).

Nice To Haves

Compassionate to individuals, who need of care and support
Respect for clients regardless of ailments, backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs.
Commitment to non-discrimination.
Self-motivated and willingness to seek guidance when needed and follow instructions.
Willingness to undertake training, as required.
Good organizational skills.
Good working ethics and application of tact.
Good personal hygiene and appearance.

Responsibilities

Assist with Personal Care activities including bathing, skin care, shaving, mouth care, toileting (including bladder & bowel care), dressing and hair care.
Assist with mobility, including walking, transferring, and pushing wheelchair.
Perform daily household tasks such as light cleaning, changing beds, laundry, ironing, shopping.
Prepare and serve meals. Clean-up and store left-over food.
Assist with menu planning ensuring dietary restrictions are followed.
Assist clients with recreational activities they enjoy.
Maintain a healthy and safe environment.
Report any change in a client’s mental or physical condition, or their home situation.
Assist with prescribed medications, in accordance with the Agency’s Medication Management Policy.
Handle correspondence and financial matters, as requested.
Drive client’s vehicle, as directed.
Respect client confidentiality and privacy at all times.
Discuss breaks with client to ensure that these are consented and mutually suitable.
Monitoring working hours, as worked out between the Agency and the client.
Report & document required and activity notes, as per Agency’s procedures.
Adhere to Agency policies and procedures.