Personal Care Aide MUST BE ASL CERTIFIED

Avid Health At Home•Morehead, KY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Avid Health is hiring Personal Care Aides to provide selected personal care services and limited related household tasks to clients in their homes. The aide is a paraprofessional member of the client care team, working under the scheduling supervision of the Client Care Coordinator and the clinical supervision of a registered nurse or Clinical Manager. Services are part of the client’s plan of care and must be provided under a physician’s order. The role may be full-time or part-time, with hours varying by case. The aide supports clients’ Activities of Daily Living and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living, helps maintain a clean and safe home environment, provides companionship, and reports changes or incidents. The position is non-exempt. The posting headline says ASL certification is required, while the detailed qualifications list current PCA certification and state certification or registration; CPR is preferred and may be required for some clients.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current PCA certification.
Current certification or registration with the licensing board or department in the state of practice.
ASL certification, as stated in the job title.
Comply with applicable regulations and company policies.
Have a sympathetic attitude toward care of the sick and the ability to read, write, and carry out directions; demonstrate maturity in handling job demands.
Meet transportation, language, and cultural requirements specific to branch needs.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry at least 25 pounds.
Ability to stoop and bend for up to 2.5 hours per 8-hour shift.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk on variable surfaces, occasionally climb ramps or stairs or use foot controls, perform tasks requiring hand use, and reach beyond the body’s mid-line or overhead.
Required vision abilities include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Use universal safety precautions when performing assigned tasks.

Nice To Haves

SRNA license preferred.
One year of caregiving experience preferred.
CPR certification preferred; it may be required for some clients.
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day ADL and IADL support in accordance with the physician’s plan of treatment and the client’s plan of care.
Assist with personal care, including bathing, mouth and denture care, skin and foot care (without cutting toenails), grooming, dressing, and undressing.
Assist with toileting and other elimination needs, transfers, and ambulation, with or without mechanical aids.
Assist clients with therapy exercises under the direction of a Registered Therapist.
Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment and perform light housekeeping in the client’s immediate environment.
Plan and prepare meals according to the client’s dietary requirements and feed the client if necessary.
Do the client’s laundry, including bedding and clothing.
Assist with shopping, groceries, errands, and appointments outside the home; accompany clients to appointments.
Provide companionship and stimulation, including reading and walks.
Use equipment appropriately and safely.
Remind clients to self-administer medication; do not administer medications.
Accurately document shift details and services within established time parameters.
Follow universal precautions and safe hand-washing practices, and ensure the safety of clients and self.
Observe clients’ general physical, emotional, and mental status and promptly report changes, family situations, and incidents to the agency coordinator, supervisor, and designated representative as instructed.
Maintain and improve skills by attending staff development programs and required in-service education.
Maintain confidentiality, comply with HIPAA, and follow agency policies and procedures.
Treat clients, families, employees, physicians, visitors, and community members in an informative, courteous, and compassionate manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive experience-based pay
Weekly pay, with daily pay accessible through TapCheck
Flexible schedules
Shift differential
Paid time off for part-time and full-time employees
Holiday pay
Employee referral bonus
401(k) with company match
Paid online learning and in-person training
Medical insurance with company contribution for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours
Dental insurance for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours
Vision insurance for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours
Life and AD&D insurance for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours
Short- and long-term disability insurance for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours