In-Home Caregiver DFW

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As a member of the home care team, the Caregiver works under the supervision Primary Home Care (PHC) Supervisor and performs various personal care services and assist with activities of daily living as necessary to meet the client’s needs. The personal support worker is responsible for providing personal tasks as stipulated on the care plan.

The Caregiver will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a client’s care.

Position Requirements

Responsibilities:

• As directed by the PHC Supervisor, provide client care needs.
• Provide personal care and tasks assigned on the care plan:
  • Grooming, including oral care
  • Bathing
  • Assist the client with toileting activities
  • Assist the client with dressing and undressing
  • Assist in feeding the client, if necessary
  • Feed clients who are unable to feed themselves
  • Provide client with help walking and transferring
  • Observe client’s physical, mental and emotional conditions
  • Report any change to the PHC Supervisor
  • Measure and document intake and output, if necessary
  • Assist client in the self-administration of medication (medication reminder)
  • Perform light housekeeping
  • Perform meal preparation and clean up
  • Change bed linens and make up the client’s bed
  • Assist with Laundry
  • Maintain an orderly client environment
• Follow principles of infection control and Universal Precautions.
• Provide escort to doctor appointments, also outside activities and shopping.
• Assist in providing a safe environment and promote quality patient care through adherence to established policies, procedures and standards.
• Ensure client’s rights are adhered to. These include but are not limited to:
  • the right to privacy and dignity while care is being provided
  • the right to accept or refuse care
  • the right to confidentiality of their information
• Use equipment properly and in a safe manner.
• Respond rapidly and appropriately in an emergency situation

Qualifications:

• Certification as a Caregiver from a recognized community college or vocational school.
• Negative TB skin test or chest x-ray
• Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with the organizations requirements.
• Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision
• Empathy for the needs of the client
• Demonstrate effective oral communication skills
• Ability to express spoken and/or written ideas in English
• Treats clients, staff and the public with courtesy, respect and presents appositive public image.
• Ensures confidentiality and security of the client’s medical information.
• Works as a team member