Personal Care Worker

$38,480 - $38,480/Yr

Attend Home Care - Manassas, VA

posted 2 months ago

Full-time
Manassas, VA

About the position

The Personal Care Worker (PCW) is responsible for providing essential personal care services to clients, assisting them with activities of daily living, and ensuring their comfort and safety. This role requires completion of agency training and a commitment to maintaining client confidentiality.

Responsibilities

  • Assist clients with daily tasks, personal care, mobility, and housekeeping as included in the service plan.
  • Assist clients with completing activities such as shopping and appointments outside the home.
  • Monitor medication adherence as prescribed for client.
  • Assist client with home program of exercises.
  • Completion of service notes and service provision for each visit, including documentation of date, time in and out, and confirmation of care provided.
  • Completion of electronic visit verification for clock-in and clock-out to each shift.
  • Maintain confidentiality of patient information as per HIPAA guidelines.
  • Confer with supervisor regarding client's progress, changes needed to service plan, and changes in patient condition.
  • Maintain proper communication with client, family, and supervisor.
  • Follow all infection control precautions when providing services; maintain a safe home environment for the client.
  • Provide the client with support, companionship, conversation, and encouragement.
  • Adhere to client rights at all times.
  • Follow all emergency procedures when indicated.
  • Maintain a positive attitude and work atmosphere, communicate effectively, and develop a positive rapport with clients, families, coworkers, and supervisor.
  • Follow all agency policies and procedures.
  • Adhere to state and federal regulations, including mandatory reporting laws and continuing education requirements.
  • Be fit to drive, have a clean driving record, and valid insurance if driving is part of the job.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Experience in personal care services in lieu of HS diploma.
  • Completion of agency and state required training and competencies.
  • Pass criminal background check.
  • Have state mandated immunizations.
  • CPR certification if state mandated.
  • Valid driver's license if required for the job.
  • English speaking, reading, and writing proficiency.
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