Caregiver - Parker/Aurora

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with personal care activities including: Baths (sponge, tub, shower, and bed bath) Hygiene assistance (mouth care, hair care, lotion, electric shave only) Basic skin care and foot care Toileting Transferring (bed to chair, wheelchair, and shower, etc.) Dressing and undressing Change diaper/brief Ambulation Medication assistance/reminder
• Absorb household tasks necessary to the client’s health care needs, including: Planning and preparing nutritious meals Assisting in feeding client, as appropriate Light housekeeping of client’s environment, including linens and making the bed Laundering client’s clothing and bedding, including ironing Assisting clients with errands, transportation, shopping, and mail sorting
• Engage with clients in conversation, hobbies, activities, board games, and other types of proper activities for the client.
• Pet walking and assistance Monitor, observe, and encourage range of motion exercises and other procedures as instructed by any professional staff.
• Maintain a written log with receipts of all client money used to purchase goods or materials for the client’s care.
• Report any changes in client’s condition to the Supervisor.
• Document care provided consistent with agency requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must meet CO state requirements for care giving services
• Must have a valid and current state driver’s license and insurance
• Must have safe and reliable transportation to go to and from the client’s location and/or facilities, and have a vehicle available during assignments in order to assist clients with shopping needs if required
• Must be available to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Physical Demands

• Able to lift, move, and assist clients.
• If you feel you cannot safely lift the client, please notify the office immediately.
• Able to communicate with others to accurately exchange information.
• Able to operate office equipment such as a computer, phone, etc.
• Able to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner.
• Able to perform tasks such as lifting, light housekeeping, walking, and driving.