Definition: One who provides direct care assistance to Consumer/participant in their home under the supervision of Care Crafter Home Care, LLC. Responsibility that service of assistance is delivered in a caring and respectful manner in accordance with relevant Agency policies and standards.
Requirements:
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Must possess and maintain in accordance with state law, Direct Care Worker certificate and all other applicable certificates.
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Current physical, PPD, and Hepatitis B Vaccination
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Current Driver License or state I D and proper Vehicle Insurance Coverage
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Skills to make Decisions/solve problems, communicate with co-workers and supervisor
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Maintain Confidentiality and HIPPA privacy.
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Perform those functions specified for each individual consumer as per care plan.
Responsibilities: Personal Care Services:
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Preparation of nutritious meals in accordance with the consumer/participant need and care plan.
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Bathing, grooming, and general hygiene.
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Transferring in and out of bed and/or wheelchair.
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Walking and exercise
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Monitoring consumer/participant’s conditions.
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Observing and reporting changes in consumer/participant’s condition.
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First aid, health and safety.
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Scheduling and arranging trips for medical care.
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Picking up prescription drugs.
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Accompanying consumer/participant on medical appointments.
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Accurate documentation of consumer/participant’s liquid intake and toileting.
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Assisting consumers with self-administration of medication.
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Cleaning the house, changing beds, dusting, mopping, and disposal of trash, washing and ironing of clothes.
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Ensure consumer/participant’s safety, security and well- being in accordance with care plan.
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Make decisions, solve problems, plus be able to communicate well with co-workers and supervisors.
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Provide respite care for families in accordance with care plan.
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Observe consumers and their environment and report behavior, physical, cognitive changes and changes in living arrangements to Supervisor.
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Observe, receive and obtain information when working in a team environment.
