Experienced Caregiver

About the Role

Avenues Home Care caregivers are our front line and most common representative. As an Experienced Caregiver, you will care for the elderly, vulnerable, disabled, and those who cannot care for themselves, prioritizing the client’s needs above all else. Our Nashville office serves the local area, including Nashville, Belle Meade, Green Hills, Franklin, Goodlettsville, Hendersonville, Gallatin, Lebanon, Mount Juliet, Murfreesboro, Smyrna, Ashland City, Hermitage, and many others.

We match clients with the right caregiver through our CareMatch program, using behavioral assessment tools to align caregiver strengths with client needs. Our caregivers are trained in the Avenues Home Care Way to ensure high standards of service.

Responsibilities

• Assist the client with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as specified in the client’s plan of care, including but not limited to:
  • Bathing, dressing, grooming, and other personal hygiene
  • Toileting, transferring, eating, and continence care
• Provide medication assistance, housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, feeding, shopping, transportation to and from appointments, and companionship
• Perform other household tasks as specified in the client’s plan of care
• Report daily activity to your supervisor through the agency management system, daily activity logs, and other communication avenues (e.g., phone calls, emails, agency app, face-to-face)
• Practice safety in all activities concerning Avenues Home Care clients
• Lift or push up to 50 pounds
• Demonstrate honesty, accountability, and integrity
• Provide superior care and remain vigilant of any potential care concerns or changes in condition
• Maintain personal appearance in compliance with Avenues Home Care policies, including the company dress code
• Be timely in reporting for shifts or making scheduling changes
• Report any suspected abuse or neglect immediately up the proper chain of command, as required by law
• Document any unusual behavior, events, conditions, or people
• Maintain confidentiality of records, correspondence, and client information in compliance with HIPAA regulations
• Attend meetings and in-services as requested
• Abide by all company policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Good communication skills
• Ability to follow verbal and written assignments
• Proficiency with the Homecare Company Management System—ClearCare
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation
• Maintain an established work schedule
• Effective interpersonal, communication, organizational, and planning skills with attention to detail
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials
• Maintain “Fit for Duty” physical condition

Preferred qualifications include a CNA license or alternate experience as a caregiver, and CPR & First Aid certifications.

Preferred Work Experience

• Prior experience assisting with ADLs or caring for elderly, disabled, and other vulnerable clients

Equipment Used

• Telephone and/or smartphone or tablet
• Personal Protective Equipment (provided)

Safety Expectations

• Work safely and follow safety rules
• Report unsafe working conditions and behavior

Schedule

• Full Time
• Part Time
• 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts
• PRN
• Short shifts

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Mileage
• Flexible Schedules
• Work/Life Balance
• Overtime Pay
• PPE Provided
• Holiday Pay
• Referral Bonuses
• Mentorship Program
• Additional pay for "White Glove Services"