Job DescriptionJob DescriptionTITLE: Direct Care Worker - Part-time position

BASIC FUNCTION: To provide adults with disabilities and senior citizens with In-Home Services on a regularly scheduled basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Provide non-medical in-home services to eligible adults in their homes to ensure their needs are met according to the plan of care.Provide one-on-one in-home ADL (Activities of Daily Living) that is outlined in the participant’s plan of care. Duties may include, but are not limited to assistance with: transfers, bathing, toileting, dressing, and grooming.Provide one-on-one in-home IADL (Instrumental Activities of Daily Living) that is outlined in the participant’s plan of care. Duties may include, but are not limited to assistance with: meal preparation, shopping, arranging transportation, facilitating appointments and meetings, and assistance with communication needs. Provide housekeeping services, as directed.Duties may include, but are not limited to: laundry, changing linens, vacuuming, dusting, washing dishes, and mopping floors.Perform health maintenance activities as stated in participant’s plan of care.Consistently use EVV (Electronic Visit Verification) system to ensure complete and accurate information for billing of services provided.Review EVV for scheduled shifts and required tasksClock in and out of every scheduled shift Accurately identify and enter tasks completed for the participantPromptly notify supervisor of any EVV problemsConsistently follow all CLASS and In-Home Services policies to ensure the health and safety of the participant.Promptly report suspected abuse or neglect to supervisor.Promptly report participant falls, injuries, 911 calls, Emergency Room visits, and hospitalizations to supervisor.Promptly report participant physical and behavioral health changes and other concerns to supervisor.Participate in CLASS Quality Management Plan, as required.Comply with CLASS planned and unplanned absence policy to ensure participants receive services according to their plan of care.Promptly notify supervisor of requests off or schedule changes needed.Provide 6 hours advance notice when calling off for scheduled shifts.Notify supervisor of inability to attend scheduled training.Perform other duties, as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.Experience working directly with individuals with disabilities.Must be a minimum of 18 years old.
REQUIRED SKILLS:                          Positive and effective communication skills.Basic reading, writing, and math skills.Ability to treat participants with respect and dignity.Basic cooking and housekeeping skills.Ability to follow a participant’s plan of care.
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS:Have access to reliable transportation to travel to the participant’s home.Have access to a mobile phone and internet service.Perform duties in a professional, mature, effective, discreet and efficient manner.Be a self-directed, organized and responsible professional.Respond to staff and participants in a tactful and professional manner.Adhere to the policies established by CLASS and its relevant funding sources and Board of Directors.Maintain positive working relationships with program director and co-workers. Render and accept criticism in a professional manner.Attend trainings related to job functions as required.Check and respond in detail to CLASS emails in a timely manner.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS:Ability to see and interact with text and graphical information on a screen.Ability to receive and respond to phone calls.Regularly travel locally to the home of a participant.Regularly work non-traditional hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.Regularly work in a climate-controlled office environment or in the home of a participant.Ability to lift 50 pounds.

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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:
Bonus based on performanceCompetitive salaryFlexible schedule
Position: Director Care Worker, non-medical home care
Status: Part-time/Full-time
Reports to: Operations Manager


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Follows the plan of care to help the consumer to maintain good personal hygiene and maintain a healthful, safe environment, is to perform ONLY those functions specified for each individual consumer.Receives written instructions from the supervisor.Knowledge of Agency policies and procedures.Is oriented and trained in all aspects of care to be provided to consumers.Ability to demonstrate competency in all areas of training for a direct care worker.Direct Care Workers may assist consumers with the following activities:
Self-administration of medications for consumers who are competent to direct the careHousekeepingPersonal care including grooming and dressingEating and meal preparationOral hygiene and denture careToileting and toilet hygieneADL/IADL assistanceAdministering emergency first aidProviding or arranging for social interaction 10. Providing transportationDocuments observations and services in the individual consumer record.Reports any change in the consumer's mental or physical condition or in the home situation to his/her immediate supervisor or Agency Manager.JOB CONDITIONS
The ability to drive and the ability to access consumers homes which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible are required.Hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform a physical assessment of the consumer's condition and to perform consumer care/services.On occasion, may be required to bend, stoop, reach and move consumer weight up to 250 pounds; lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds.Must be able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing in English.EQUIPMENT OPERATION
Use infection prevention and control supplies as needed.

COMPANY INFORMATION
Has access to all consumer medical records which may be discussed with the Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of at least the ninth grade. Preferably a high school diploma or equivalent.

MUST HAVE:
Valid nurses license in PA; orDemonstrated competency by passing a competency exam developed by the home care agency which meets PA state regulation; orCompleted one of the following:A training program developed by a home care agency, home care registry, or other entity which meets the requirements of PA regulation for training.A Direct Care Worker orientation and training program meeting the requirements of 42 CFR 484.36 (relating to the conditions of participation; home care services).OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must be free from health problems that may be injurious to consumer, self and co-workers and must present appropriate evidence to substantiate per agency policy (Eg. TB).Must comprehends the basics of personal care, housekeeping and meal preparation and successfully complete the competencies.Must understand and respect consumers including ethics and confidentiality of care.Must follow care plan developed by the insurance companyMust follow department of health, department of labor and health insurance regulationsMust have a criminal history background check and other checks as required by PA regulation.
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