Caregiver 1 - Community Home Care

POSITION SUMMARY

The Caregiver provides personal care services to On Lok participants receiving home care and/or day center services. Duties / Responsibilities include:

• Provides personal care/escort assistance according to the individual care plan (i.e. grooming, dressing, peri-care, showers, bathing, toileting, housekeeping, meal preparation/feeding, laundry)
• Reports observed changes in the participant's condition to the interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrates safe practices, by utilizing proper body mechanics, adhering to universal precautions, and maintaining environmental safety.
• Interacts and provides services to participants, families and interdisciplinary team, in a professional manner (i.e. encourage participation in conversation and activities).
• Provides onboarding and ongoing training for other Caregivers using manuals and formal training materials as a guide.
• Active participation in departmental meetings and family meetings as needed.
• Other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

• Minimum one-year experience working with frail or elderly required.
• Understanding of PACE model gained through personal experience or research.
• Must be flexible and have a positive attitude working across multiple settings.
• Ability to work independently and as part of interdisciplinary team.
• Knows, uses and explains use of safety equipment for lifting; corrects others in a positive way "here let me help you and show you how this works".

Physical requirements

• Ability to stoop, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, talk, hear, and repeat motions of the wrist and hands.
• Must have visual acuity.
• Must be able to lift/move weight that is within individual physical ability and use appropriate lifting devices or request assistance when needed.

On Lok PACE Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Retail Savings Plan 403(b) and Term Life/AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Pet Insurance, and Employee Discount Program
• Mental Wellness Resources and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Holidays (10 per year), vacation time, sick leave, long-term disability insurance, and additional benefits are available.

Employer Benefits

• Retirement Savings Plan 403(b)
• Term Life/AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Commuter Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Discount Program
• Holidays (10 per year), vacation time, sick leave, long-term disability insurance, and additional benefits are available.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, age, military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.