Committed Caregiver-Leominster

Location

Leominster, MA | United States

Job description

Summary:

To support families and assist clients in their own homes by helping with activities of daily living, end of life care, boosting spirits and sustaining quality of life by delivering exceptional home care services.  The committed caregiver  must be available 40 hours per week  to see most all clients assigned in office service area.  If the office is unable to provide 40 hours of in-home work in any week, the committed caregiver will work the remainder of their 40 hours in their home office, supporting administrative tasks. Travel time between clients and overtime will be reimbursed according to standard guidelines.

Responsibilities:  

1. Agrees to accept shifts assigned or offered during agreed upon availability times within *r easonable expectation *.
2. Reviews client care plans prior to providing care.
3. Has reliable transportation to see any clients needing service. 
4. Communicates with the agency about problems and concerns.
5. Completes required in-service trainings offered by agency.
6. Completes required documentation accurately and on a timely basis.
7. Respects and maintains client confidentiality at all times.
8. Reports concerns of client abuse or neglect.
9. Refrains from discussing personal problems, concerns, or opinions with client, or client representatives.
10. Maintain access to an email account and has a reliable cell phone in order to receive client updates, schedule changes, company updates and highlights.
11. Maintain a clean, insured vehicle that has had manufacturer’s recommended scheduled services.
12. Performs all tasks as noted in job description and observes all restrictions.
13. Has all qualifications and skills noted in job description.

Skills:

• Respectful and compassionate nature.
• Good time management skills.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable Transportation / Ability to get to clients.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities (Varies by Patient):

• Assist client with ambulation and mobility around the house.
• Assist client with personal care and hygiene.
• Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the client.
• Assist with shopping errands.
• Perform light housekeeping duties.
• Be a pleasant and supportive companion.
• Report any unusual incidents.
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergences.

*Please note that the vaccine IS NO LONGER mandatory for this position*

Guardian Angel Senior Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

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