Personal Care Attendant - Brevig Mission

Norton Sound Health Corp•Nome, AK

10h•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Provide assistance to consumers of the In Home Support/PCA Program. Enable consumers to obtain or maintain an independent living situation that allows them the least restrictive environment by helping them remain in the region and in their own homes. Uphold the organization’s vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organization’s policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules.

Requirements

General knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software.
Knowledge of patient care principles, practices, standards and techniques, including proper lifting, assistance with walking, etc.
Knowledge of documentation requirements for specific fields/records.
Patient/customer service skills, interpersonal skills and good communication skills.
Ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance.
Ability to follow policy, procedure and instructions, actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly.
Ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality.
Above average ability to provide compassionate care
Above average interpersonal and teamwork skills
Problem solving and critical thinking skills
Above average communication skills
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Must be at least 18 years of age
register with AK Background Check.Unit
apply for NPI
certify with Conduent as Medicaid Provider

Nice To Haves

Driver’s license preferred.
BLS or CPR
First Aid Certification
Assistance with Self-Administration of Medication
Critical Incidents Reports
Mandatory Reporting
Restrictive Intervention
Food Worker’s Card.

Responsibilities

Provide outreach services as a primary worker with clients, parents and families, becoming completely familiar with consumer’s Individualized Service Plan (ISP) and implementing assigned duties from that plan.
Promote learning about social skills, boundaries, living skills and hygiene, assisting the development and promotion of community awareness programs.
Provide personal care as noted in the consumer’s ISP, including bathing, dressing, transferring, etc. Provide chore service as noted in the consumer’s ISP, including light housekeeping tasks, laundry, shopping, etc.
Maintain daily reporting through case notes and Medicaid documentation.
Participate in treatment team meetings when necessary and assist in planning and implementation of recreational, educational, and vocational activities.
Motivate and encourage consumers to complete required treatment activities by developing positive empathetic relationships with consumers.
Provide crisis intervention as needed.
Coordinate with community professionals as required, including NSHC personnel, and personnel from other agencies, etc.
Attend pertinent training and departmental meetings as requested.Participate in activities that promote professional growth and self-development.
Perform other duties as assigned.