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Caregiver / Home Care Aide

Caregiver / Home Care Aide

Quality Home Care : Michigan Private Duty AidesWayne County, MI, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description

Company :

  • Quality Home Care Michigan   Location : Oakland, Michigan I.
  • Position Purpose The Caregiver / Home Care Aide provides non-medical, in-home support and assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) & Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL) to clients.
  • The primary function of this role is to ensure client safety, well-being, and comfort by delivering compassionate and reliable care according to an established client care plan.
  • II.  Duties and Responsibilities The following list of duties is not intended to be restrictive or all-inclusive.
  • The employee may perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Personal Care :

  • Assists clients with ADLs / IADLs, including but not limited to, bathing, dressing, grooming, ambulation, transfers, and toileting, while maintaining client dignity and privacy.

    • Companionship :

  • Provides social and emotional support through conversation, engagement in hobbies, and recreational activities.

    • Meal Preparation :

  • Plans, prepares, and serves meals and snacks that adhere to the client’s specific dietary requirements and preferences; may provide feeding assistance if required.

    • Light Housekeeping :

  • Performs household tasks essential to a safe and clean client environment, including laundry, changing linens, dishwashing, and tidying living spaces.

    • Health Support :

  • Provides medication reminders from pre-portioned containers.
  • Observes, documents, and reports any significant changes in client’s physical condition, behavior, or cognitive status to the supervising Case Manager.

    • Transportation & Errands :

  • Accompany transportation to medical appointments, social activities, or errands such as grocery shopping using either a personal or client vehicle.

    • Documentation :

  • Maintains accurate and timely records of services provided, client activities, and observations in the required format.
  • III.
  • Qualifications A.

    • Education & Experience :

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a caregiver capacity (professional or private) is preferred but not required .
  • B.

    • Licenses & Certifications :

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Home Health Aide (HHA) certification in the State of Michigan is strongly preferred but not required .
  • Valid CPR and First Aid certification is preferred and may be required within 90 days of hire.
  • C.

    • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

  • Knowledge of personal hygiene, basic nutrition, and housekeeping best practices.
  • Skill in providing compassionate and respectful care to diverse populations.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Ability to maintain client confidentiality and adhere to all HIPAA regulations.
  • Ability to follow detailed care plans and document services accurately.
  • Ability to demonstrate patience, reliability, and professionalism in all situations.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
  • IV.

    • Conditions of Employment Successful candidates must meet the following conditions prior to and during employment; this list not intended to be restrictive or all-inclusive :

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and complete a Form I-9.
  • Must complete and successfully pass all mandatory examinations required   Must provide proof of a recent, negative TB (Tuberculosis) test.
  • V.

    • Physical Demands and Work Environment Physical Demands :

  • The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
  • The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

    • Work Environment :

  • Work is performed in private client homes.
  • The environment may vary, including potential exposure to pets, household cleaning chemicals, and other domestic allergens.
  • The role requires regular travel within the service area.
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