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Direct Care Worker/Personal Care Assistant/Caregiver

Pittsburgh, PA

Full Time / Part Time

JOB SUMMARY

An individual who, under supervision, provides assistance with nutritional and environmental support, personal hygiene, feeding and dressing.

Organizational Relationship: Reports to the designated supervisor

Risk Of Occupational Exposure To Blood Borne Pathogens: B: limited exposure

Your Responsibilities

  • Personal Services - assists with:

    • Bath (tub, shower or bed)

    • Oral hygiene

    • Grooming and care of hair

    • Ordinary care of nails

    • Routine skin care/ lotion massage

    • Positioning and turning of patents that cannot assist self- in bed and chair

    • Elimination

    • Assist with eating, dressing walking and toileting

    • Remind Consumer to take self-administered medication

  • Homemaking - assists with:

    • Meal planning and preparation in accordance with complex and modified diets

    • Feeding

    • Linen change (occupied and unoccupied)

    • Laundry, Consumer’s only

    • Light housekeeping; washing dishes, clean kitchen, dust & vacuum, only those rooms

      the Consumer uses.

    • List needed supplies and grocery shopping

You'll Enjoy These Benefits

  • Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home.
  • Continual training and learning, conference attendance, and in-house mentoring opportunities.
  • Health and wellness programs like yoga, a running club, a fresh towel service and quiet spaces.
  • A fully stocked kitchen, with enough food to make delicious lunch every day, including an industrial-strength coffee machine, free snacks and weekly catered lunches
  • An active social club, with events for you and your family.
  • Paid parental leave.

Our Perfect Candidate Requirements

  • CNA license 

  • Valid Driver’s license

  • Knowledge of home management skills

  • Have reliable transportation

  • Have a High School Diploma

  • Genuine Desire to help seniors

  • Documents needed:

    • Level 2 Background Check

    • Social Security Card

    • Authorization to work in the US (if applicable)

    • Valid driver's license and car insurance

    • TB test ( PPD or chest X-Ray) results

    • Evidence of CPR

  • A professional and friendly attitude

  • A willingness to work flexible hours, which may include night shifts

RESULTS

  • CNA certification

  • Complete and document all assigned tasks for each client

  • Report any abnormal signs from clients

  • Report abuse

  • Attend all staff meeting

  • Provide care in a nurturing and respectful manner.

  • Ability to keep CPR and First Aid Certification current.

  • Ability to report and record any and all incidents promptly.

  • Have good attendance

  • Keep Clients’ safe

CCW’S ARE REQUIRED TO:

  • Follow universal precautions whenever giving any aspect of Consumer service.

  • Maintain confidentiality.

  • Perform ONLY those functions specified for each individual Consumer on the service plan.

  • Respond to the physical, emotional and development needs of Consumers.

  • Follow emergency procedures in the event of any incident, e.g., accident, injury

  • or significant change in Consumer’s condition.

Essential Administrative Functions:

  • Follow Consumer rights at all times.

  • Record each activity performed on each case on a daily basis.

  • Report any incidents or Consumer changes immediately.

  • Submit Daily Activity Sheets and record accurately on a timely basis (WEEKLY).

  • Follow instructions, is punctual and is at work as scheduled.

  • Follow all appropriate agency policies.

  • Attend in-service education annually per agency policy.

  • Provide all information required for the maintenance of her/his personnel record as per

    State regulations and Agency policy.

  • Show interest, asks questions and seek help as indicated; is receptive to supervision.

  • Develop relationships and is cooperative with Consumer, family and supervisor.

  • Maintain appropriate appearance.

  • Is productive and uses time efficiently.

  • Follows instructions, is punctual and attendance is acceptable.

  • Cooperates with supervisor and with Consumer/family.

  • Is self-reliant and plans appropriately.

  • Other duties as are reasonably assigned

Functional Abilities:

  • Is able to carry bundles upstairs weighing up to 10 pounds.

  • Must be able to stoop and bend.

  • Must be able to travel to prospective Consumer’s place of residence.

  • Must be able to hear and effectively communicate in English.

Together, We Will Achieve

At Rita's Home Care Agency, we believe that compassionate caregiving is a collective journey that transforms lives. As a dedicated caregiver, you'll play an integral role in enhancing the quality of life for our cherished individuals. Together, we will achieve the extraordinary by fostering a nurturing environment that promotes physical, emotional, and mental well-being.

Join our team and become a part of a community that values collaboration, respect, and empathy. Your commitment to providing personalized care will not only impact the lives of those you assist, but also inspire a culture of mutual support and growth. Together, we will achieve the goal of making every moment matter and creating a positive, uplifting atmosphere for both our residents and fellow caregivers.

Join us at Seeds Homecare, and be a part of a team where compassion, dedication, and collaboration intersect. Together, we will achieve the remarkable, one smile, one interaction, and one day at a time.

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