Urgently hiring Male caregiver for male client in Auburn WA.

About the role

The Caregiver is responsible for following the client’s individualized care plan, which includes assisting clients with daily living activities at the client’s home or care facility. You will be committed to ensuring your clients are satisfied with the service and quality of the care they receive.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties per the client’s individualized care plan as directed by the In-Home Care Supervisor or Manager.
• Absorb and execute all activities of daily living (ADL) as directed by the care plan, including but not limited to: Chore Services, Medication Assistance, Personal Care, Meal Preparation, Shopping and Transportation, Repositioning/Transfers/Lifting, Standby Assistance, Companionship, Communication, Emotional and Social Support, Independence Promotion, Client Observations, Health Condition Reporting, Emergency Reporting, Environment Safety, Housekeeping Duties, and Transportation.
• Accurately maintain client’s records in a timely manner and in accordance with company policy, including documentation of medication distribution, leisure activities, reportable incidents, client observations, changes to health or emotional condition of the client, and immediate reporting of all changes in condition to the Client Care Manager and care management team.
• Safeguard the environment for the client, ensuring it remains safe, clean, and orderly for the client.
• Transport clients to and from appointments, errands, activities, etc. as directed by the plan of care.
• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility by safely assisting with mobility and transfers of clients, including assisting clients in and out of bed, chairs, wheelchairs, standby assistance, etc.
• Adhere to proper safety protocols and company procedures in emergency situations.
• Assist clients with physical therapy activities as directed by the plan of care.
• Respond promptly and positively to client requests for assistance.
• Provide excellent hands-on care and bedside manner with patients.
• Regularly and constantly report to all scheduled shifts.
• Accurately record all time worked for scheduled shifts via Telephony or Clear Care phone applications.
• Conduct self professionally and knowledgeably while representing Fedelta Home Care to clients.
• Maintain strict confidentiality with sensitive information and proprietary company information.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism in conduct and communication with team members, clients, and families while engaged in work responsibilities for Fedelta Home Care.

Requirements

• Strong time management skills, interpersonal skills, patience, listening skills, and knowledge of generally accepted care standards.
• Effective communication skills in English, both verbally and written, through various channels including in-person, phone, email, and text messages.
• Demonstrated experience and tact in communicating with diverse populations, recognizing and understanding the differences, needs, experiences, values, lifestyles, and ages of the populations served.
• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and customer service standards in stressful situations.
• Regular local travel and reliable transportation to assigned client locations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None. Escalated matters of significance are referred to In Home Care Supervisor or Manager.

Education and/or Experience

• Current Washington State CNA, HCA, HHA, or NAR credential in good standing is required, or the ability to obtain required certification within the timelines established by Washington State regulations, including Chapter 246-980 WAC for Home Care Aide certification requirements.
• RN Delegation certification is strongly preferred, but not required.
• A valid Washington State driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and proof of current auto insurance are required for employees who operate a vehicle while performing duties on behalf of Fedelta Home Care.

Computer Skills

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must have demonstrated experience in Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with or the technical aptitude to proficiently use health care programs such as WellSky Personal Care.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to both inside and outside environmental conditions while conducting home visits and travel between locations.
• May occasionally be exposed to atmospheric conditions during in home visits such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, or poor ventilation.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to both inside and outside environmental conditions while conducting home visits and travel between locations.
• May occasionally be exposed to atmospheric conditions during in home visits such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, or poor ventilation.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases.