Personal Care Aide at Licking County Aging Partners

Newark, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Oct, 26

Salary

23.73

Posted On

14 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Personal Care, Homemaking, Patient Care, Meal Preparation, Medication Assistance, Documentation, Data Entry, Communication, Empathy, Tablet Proficiency, Client Relations, Household Management

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description Job Title: Personal Care Aide Reports To: Manager of Client Services Job Classification: Full-Time, 40 hours/week; Non-Exempt Salary Range: $16.00-$23.73 (pay is dependent on previous relevant experience) Job Summary: Responsible for providing personal care needs and homemaking needs to our clients. Personal & Professional Attributes: Must be neat, clean and well spoken. Must demonstrate sensitivity, empathy, and understanding of the needs of older, impoverished, and developmentally disabled individuals; display common sense and good judgment, and actively promote LCAP to the public. Uphold the highest level of confidentiality, honesty, and integrity, and represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times. Core Technology Competencies: Must be able to use a tablet for work purposes and be able to complete all necessary paperwork. Essential Duties: · Demonstrate effective communication strategies and skills in order to respond to the needs, desires, and interests of all clients. · Exhibit care, compassion, and patience at all times. · Daily documentation and data entry to maintain client records/attendance/occurrences. · Assist clients with meal preparation, use of commode or bedpan, changing linens and incidental household duties essential to client’s health needs and companionship. · Assist client in following physician’s orders regarding medication, exercises, and prescribed procedures. · Other duties as assigned. Benefits offered: Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and long-term disability insurance, 403(b) retirement plan (company contributes 6% of pay after one year of service), 12 paid holidays, generous paid time off (PTO) accrual, and tax-free mileage reimbursement. Requirements General Requirements: Commitment and desire to provide excellent service to all clients and aging community members, including those with physical and intellectual disabilities. Maintain predictable and regular attendance, work stated hours, communicate, comprehend and follow company and Day Center policies and procedures. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all staff. Willing and able to maintain continual yearly educational requirements (CEU’s). Ability to satisfactorily perform all job responsibilities and meet the physical requirements. All employees must possess and maintain a Valid Ohio Driver’s License, as well as the minimum auto insurance coverage for Ohio (must be able to provide proof upon request). When using your personal vehicle for work-related purposes, you are required to maintain valid insurance, and your personal insurance will be considered the primary coverage in the event of any incident. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: · Minimum 1 year of caregiving and/or home health experience. · High school graduate or equivalent. · Must successfully pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

Provide personal care and homemaking services to older, impoverished, and developmentally disabled clients. Responsibilities include meal preparation, assisting with physician-ordered procedures, and maintaining daily client records.