UCHC | Upham's Corner Health Center - Boston, MA

posted 30 days ago

Boston, MA
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About the position

The primary function of this position is to assist a designated participant of the UESP (University Elderly Services Program) to live at home safely. This includes providing home management, personal care, exercise, social support, and escort services as indicated by the participant and the identified needs in the participant's individual care plan.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) such as bathing, grooming, dressing, undressing, feeding, toileting, walking, and transferring in and out of bed, chair, or tub.
  • Assist with medications as needed.
  • Provide exercise therapy including walking and range of motion exercises, and the use and care of equipment such as Hoyer lift, wheelchair, commode, and tub seat.
  • Manage home tasks including cooking, shopping, laundry, housekeeping, and money management.
  • Provide social support by escorting participants to appointments and recreational activities.
  • Complete required UCHC paperwork accurately and timely.
  • Communicate effectively with supervisor and staff regarding participant needs and care.
  • Attend in-services as determined by the supervisor.

Requirements

  • Able to follow the care plan provided for the participant.
  • Ability to relate well to the participant and provide compassionate care.
  • Ability to communicate in the participant's language.
  • Experience working with elders in their homes.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide services identified in the care plan.
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