Part Time Caregiver - PCA, PCW, HMKR

The Independence Center • Colorado Springs, CO

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Join the team at The Independence Center named one of The Gazette's Best Workplaces in 2023! We are seeking caring, compassionate caregivers to provide personal care (PCA and PCW), and homemaking services as directed by the client. You’ll perform simple procedures as an extension of therapy services under the direction and supervision of the therapist/Registered Nurse (RN), as well as personal and household services essential to health care at home.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• Must have a driver’s license and reliable vehicle
• Able to lift, push, pull between 25-50 lbs.
• A Flu vaccination is required (medical exemptions are considered).
• Complete Personal Care Attendant (PCA) training. We'll train you!

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Nursing Assistant, Caregiver, Direct Support Professional (DSP), or Personal Care Attendant (PCA).
• Experience in the food industry, customer service, sales, or retail.

Responsibilities

• Perform simple procedures as an extension of therapy services under the direction and supervision of the therapist/Registered Nurse (RN).
• Provide personal and household services essential to health care at home.
• Perform range of motion exercises.
• Assist with bowel program/digital stimulation.
• Provide urinary catheter care.
• Assist with wound care.
• Assist with bathing, shampooing, skin/nail care, oral hygiene, shaving, and dressing.
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding.
• Perform laundry duties.
• Perform light housekeeping (e.g. doing dishes, cleaning bathroom, emptying trash).

Benefits

• A $500 sign-on bonus ($250 at 3 months and $250 at 6 months)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid sick and vacation time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Agency support and paid training
• Medical and Direct Primary Care (for full-time employees)
• Dental (for full-time employees)
• Vision (for full-time employees)
• Employer Paid Life & AD&D (for full-time employees)
• Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability (for full-time employees)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed