What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Care Aide | Caregiver - Honolulu position at Island Pacific Care?
- JOB TITLE: Home Care Aide / Caregiver
JOB DESCRIPTION: Our agency is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Home Care Aide / Caregiver to join our team of Home Care Professionals. As a Home Care Aide / Caregiver, you will be responsible in maintaining a healthy and safe environment to our clientele in the comfort and privacy of their own home. The qualified Home Care Aide / Caregiver must be enthusiastic, compassionate, have moderate to excellent communication skills and be committed to delivering the highest quality of care.
Please Note:
- Location: Honolulu, HI
- Type of care: PA1 (light chores & companionship) & PA2 (personal care)
In addition
- We offer full-time, part-time & flexible shifts (short & long working hours)
- CNA / Nursing Assistants are welcome to apply!
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
●Assistance with Activities of Daily Living to include: meal preparation and serving meals, ROM exercises, personal care, companionship and light chores
●Personal Care to include: bathing / showering, shampoo & hair care, oral hygiene, dressing & grooming, skin care & shaving, medication reminder, assistance with nutrition & feeding, turning, repositioning and ambulating.
●Light chores to include: laundry & folding, change bed linens, meal preparation & serving meals, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping and garbage disposal
● Assistance with grocery shopping & running errands
● Accompany client to doctor & specialist appointments
● Motivate clients to engage in social and recreational activities
● Assist with self-administered medications by reminding patients to take them at the prescribed time(s) and/or follow up to ensure they are taken properly
● Engage in mandatory in-service training & education programs
● Comply with HIPAA Privacy Act by protecting confidential client information
● Abide by professional standards, follow policies and procedures as well as federal state and local requirements, and Joint Commission standards.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS FOR THE JOB:
● A minimum of 6 months to 1 year of caregiving and homecare experience is highly preferred
● Must have CPR | First Aid Certification
● Must pass Fieldprint screening (background check)
● Must have reliable transportation
● If you're transporting a client you must have a valid State of Hawaii Drivers License
● Must have moderate to excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate sensitive information with empathy
● Ability to handle multiple tasks safely and effectively
● Ability to work well under-pressure and handle critical situations in a calm demeanor
● Must be 18 years or older (Hawaii State Dept. of Labor)
● Must be authorized to worth within the USA
● Must have a High School Diploma, or GED
Benefits & Incentives:
- Medical Insurance (Medical, Drug & Vision)
- Health & Fitness Membership
- Referral Incentive
- In-House Orientation / Training
- Holiday Pay (time & a half)
- Temporary Disability Insurance
- Workers Compensation Insurance
- Salary range is based on Full-Time hours, Skills, Competency and Experiences
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $29,500.00 - $31,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Home care: 1 year (Preferred)
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- First Aid Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Honolulu, HI: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $29,500 - $31,000
