Assisting Hands of Potomac is a family-owned business based in Bethesa, M.D. Assisting Hands Home Care® grew out of a desire to offer our clients personalized non-medical support services in their homes, assisting the elderly, disabled and others needing assistance to maintain quality of life.
Job Description
To provide in home care assistance to clients in the surrounding areas of Potomac, M.D. Duties and responsibilities may include:
· Serving as a companion to clients
· Transporting clients to and from appointments, errands, activities, etc.
· Preparing meals
· Interpersonal skills, including exceptional patience and listening skills
· Performing light housekeeping duties (e.g., keeping room clean, laundry)
· Providing bathing and dressing assistance
· Keeping proper care records and reporting changes to nursing team
· Encouraging socialization and participation in community activities
· Following patient care plan
· Communicating with families, co-workers and supervisors regarding care
· Assisting with transfer and mobility
· Maintaining a safe and comfortable home environment
Required Qualifications
· Must be a compassionate, positive, and collaborative individual!
· Possess State of Maryland CNA License, CNA Certificate, HHA, or PCA certificate
· Current PPD in the last 12 months or chest X-ray in the last five years
· Current CPR card
· Pass a criminal background screening
· Ability to work in the United States
Join the Assisting Hands Family today!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or based on disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid orientation
Medical Specialty:
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- current TB Test or Chest Xray (Required)
- Social Security Card (not Tax ID) (Required)
- CNA License in Maryland (Required)
- Covid 19 Vaccination (Required)
Work Location: On the road
