What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver position at United Homecare Services-McMinnville?
***HIRING FOR SALEM AND ALL SURROUNDING AREAS, UP TO FULL TIME HOURS AVAILABLE DEPENDING ON YOUR AVAILABILITY***
United Homecare Services was founded in 2001 as a nonprofit organization with the mission "To enhance the dignity and quality of life of Oregon seniors and partner with families who seek home assistance."
Our staff has a passion for helping people. By valuing our caregivers, we serve our clientele better. Caregivers are at the heart of what we do, and we take great care to match them to our client's needs, so that you both can enjoy a long-lasting, positive relationship and a trusted bond.
Benefits
- Competitive pay depending on experience
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Pay
- 401k
- Medical Insurance (paid in full for the employee at 28 hrs. weekly)
- EAP
- Travel time and Mileage reimbursement
- Flexible Schedules
- Ongoing training and Professional development
- Recognition Program
- Support and supervision from an office team who look for win-win scenarios
Responsibilities
- Assist the client with Activities of Daily Living
- Provide Personal Care Services including Bathing and Toileting Assistance, Transfers, Mobility, Dressing and Grooming
- Perform light housekeeping and laundry to help maintain safe and sanitary living conditions
- Provide companionship services to reduce senior isolation
- Provide medication reminders
- Plan, prepare and serve meals
- Complete client's shopping or accompany them to do so successfully
- Transport client to and from appointments
- Report any unusual incidents and act quickly and responsibly in case of an emergency
Qualifications
Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner
- Dependable to complete all assigned shifts
Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment preferred
Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
Supportive and compassionate
Take pride in providing high quality care
Hoyer Lift Experience (specific to client)
WE ARE THE CAREGIVING AGENCY WHO CARES ABOUT OUR CAREGIVERS
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.