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Companion/Caregiver/Direct Care WorkerJob Classification: Non-ExemptJob Summary: Responsible for (Non-Medical), in-home provide for the comfort and general supervision of clients as well as home management services. Provides companionship to those individuals requiring socialization and/or minimum guidance to assure a safe, protected, clean, and orderly environment.Qualifications: high school diploma or GED preferred. Must demonstrate satisfactory completions of any stated mandated training. Applicant must be bondable and meet or exceed minimum qualifications for each of the following background checks: Criminal Background Investigation, Motor Vehicle Driving Record, Credit History, Professional and Personal Reference Checks, and give permission to submit to random drug and alcohol testing. Must have reliable transportation and fulfill assignments with reliability and punctuality. Must have a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.Must satisfactorily complete MHC, training and orientation program(s). Must accept responsibility for learning and adhering to MHC policies and procedures, be able to function in the home setting with minimal direct supervision and maintain satisfactory relationships with administrative staff, Patients, and family members. Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and document services provided. Must be genuinely concerned about helping people and have high moral standards of honesty and integrity. 611.55. Competency requirements: (a) Prior to assigning or referring a direct care worker to provide services to a consumer, the home care agency or home care registry shall ensure that the direct care worker has done one of the following:1. Obtained a valid nurse’s license in this Commonwealth.2. Demonstrated competency by passing a competency examination developed by the home care agency or home care registry which meets the requirements of subsections (b) and (c).3. Successfully completed one of the following: A competency examination or training program developed by an agency or registry for a direct care worker must address, at a minimum, the following subject areas:4. Confidentiality.5. Consumer control and the independent living philosophy.6. Instrumental activities of daily living.7. Recognizing changes in the consumer that need to be addressed.8. Basic infection control.9. Universal precautions.10. Handling of emergencies.11. Documentation.12. Recognizing and ing abuse or neglect, and13. Dealing with difficult behaviors.Essential JOB Functions:1. Provides general attention to Patient’s non-medical needs in accordance with an established Plan of Care,2. Provides companionship for the Patient including, but not limited to talking and listening,reading aloud, providing social and emotional support,3. Promotes the Patient’s mental alertness through involvement in activities of interest. Provides emotional support and promotes a sense of well-being,4. Provides for a dean, safe, and healthy environment for Patients and family members. Provides light housekeeping tasks including laundering of Patient’s garments and linens,5. May prepare and serve meals as directed. Ensures that dishes are washed, and kitchens clean after each meal,6. Assists Patient in completing necessary phone calls, letter writing, etc. Accompanies Patient on walks, community trips, doctor’s office, bank, beauty salons, etc,7. Reminds Patient to take self-administered medications,8. Observes and s any changes in the Patient’s mental, physical, or emotional condition or home situation to immediate supervisor in a timely manner,9. Establishes and maintain effective communication and a professional relationship with10. Patients, family members and co-workers,11. Participates in in-service and continuing education programs, staff meetings, and PatientConferences as requested by supervisor,12. Completed required documentation of services delivered and submits to office in a manner according to policy,13. Uses equipment and supplies safely and properly,14. Maintains confidentiality regarding Patient information, and15. Other reasonable related duties as assigned.Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, InternshipPay: $10.00 – $11.00 per hourSchedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends
Ability to Commute/Relocate:
- Coal Township, PA (Preferred)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver’s License (Preferred)
Willingness To Travel:
- 75% (Preferred)
Work Location:
- Multiple locations
Hours per week:
- 10-19
- 20-29
- 30-39
Pay Frequency:
- Bi weekly or Twice monthly
This Job Is:
- A “Fair Chance” job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks)
- Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
Company’s website:
- Modesthomecare.com
Work Remotely:
- No
Companion/Caregiver/Direct Care WorkerJob Classification: Non-ExemptJob Summary: Responsible for (Non-Medical), in-home provide for the comfort and general supervision of clients as well as home management services. Provides companionship to those individuals requiring socialization and/or minimum guidance to assure a safe, protected, clean, and orderly environment.Qualifications: high school diploma or GED preferred. Must demonstrate satisfactory completions of any stated mandated training. Applicant must be bondable and meet or exceed minimum qualifications for each of the following background checks: Criminal Background Investigation, Motor Vehicle Driving Record, Credit History, Professional and Personal Reference Checks, and give permission to submit to random drug and alcohol testing. Must have reliable transportation and fulfill assignments with reliability and punctuality. Must have a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.Must satisfactorily complete MHC, training and orientation program(s). Must accept responsibility for learning and adhering to MHC policies and procedures, be able to function in the home setting with minimal direct supervision and maintain satisfactory relationships with administrative staff, Patients, and family members. Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and document services provided. Must be genuinely concerned about helping people and have high moral standards of honesty and integrity. 611.55. Competency requirements: (a) Prior to assigning or referring a direct care worker to provide services to a consumer, the home care agency or home care registry shall ensure that the direct care worker has done one of the following:1. Obtained a valid nurse’s license in this Commonwealth.2. Demonstrated competency by passing a competency examination developed by the home care agency or home care registry which meets the requirements of subsections (b) and (c).3. Successfully completed one of the following: A competency examination or training program developed by an agency or registry for a direct care worker must address, at a minimum, the following subject areas:4. Confidentiality.5. Consumer control and the independent living philosophy.6. Instrumental activities of daily living.7. Recognizing changes in the consumer that need to be addressed.8. Basic infection control.9. Universal precautions.10. Handling of emergencies.11. Documentation.12. Recognizing and ing abuse or neglect, and13. Dealing with difficult behaviors.Essential JOB Functions:1. Provides general attention to Patient’s non-medical needs in accordance with an established Plan of Care,2. Provides companionship for the Patient including, but not limited to talking and listening,reading aloud, providing social and emotional support,3. Promotes the Patient’s mental alertness through involvement in activities of interest. Provides emotional support and promotes a sense of well-being,4. Provides for a dean, safe, and healthy environment for Patients and family members. Provides light housekeeping tasks including laundering of Patient’s garments and linens,5. May prepare and serve meals as directed. Ensures that dishes are washed, and kitchens clean after each meal,6. Assists Patient in completing necessary phone calls, letter writing, etc. Accompanies Patient on walks, community trips, doctor’s office, bank, beauty salons, etc,7. Reminds Patient to take self-administered medications,8. Observes and s any changes in the Patient’s mental, physical, or emotional condition or home situation to immediate supervisor in a timely manner,9. Establishes and maintain effective communication and a professional relationship with10. Patients, family members and co-workers,11. Participates in in-service and continuing education programs, staff meetings, and PatientConferences as requested by supervisor,12. Completed required documentation of services delivered and submits to office in a manner according to policy,13. Uses equipment and supplies safely and properly,14. Maintains confidentiality regarding Patient information, and15. Other reasonable related duties as assigned.Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, InternshipPay: $10.00 – $12.00 per hourSchedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends
Ability to Commute/RelocateExperience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver’s License (Preferred)
Willingness To Travel:
- 75% (Preferred)
Work Location:
- Multiple locations
Hours per week:
- 10-19
- 20-29
- 30-39
Pay Frequency:
- Bi weekly
This Job Is:
- A “Fair Chance” job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks)
- Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
Company’s website:
- Modesthomecare.com
Work Remotely:
- No
*please note that we are looking for serious inquiries only*Job Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: $10.00 – $12.00 per hourBenefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- After school
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- No nights
- No weekends
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
- Weekends only
Application Question(s):
- are you willing to undergo a background check?
- have you ever worked for modest home care before?
- would you be open/ able to work evenings/night shifts and weekends?
- are you open to overnight shifts ?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver’s License (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
