Care Assistant - Georgetown/Cynthiana/Paris Part-time amp Full-time

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Job Title:
Care Assistant
Job Code:
Direct Support
Hours:
Part Time -Full Time
Reports to:
Office Management and/or Heather Ridenour, Human Resource Manager
Where To Apply:
****Independence Assistance is committed to helping individuals and families maintain their independence and quality of life by providing personal and home assistance services ranging from transportation, housekeeping, shopping, meal planning and preparation, assistance with self-administration of medication and more.
Job Purpose:
As a Care Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting individuals in their home to attain personal outcomes and desires by establishing a positive and respectful relationship with each individual served.
Essential Functions include but are not limited to:
Assisting with activities of daily living which may include:
• Ambulation
• Medication reminders
• Personal Care (feeding, grooming, toileting, etc.)
• Bathing assistance
• Dressing assistance
• Transportation and/or transportation arrangements
• Toileting
• Housekeeping, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, cleaning toilets, sinks, tubs/showers, etc.
• Laundry
• Shopping and errands
• Meal preparation, cooking, and cleanup
• Feeding
• Pet care
• Social stimulation and emotional support
• Monitor the safety and well-being of the client
• Assist with self-administration of medication(s) by reminding the client when to take medication(s) and observing to ensure the client takes the medication(s) as directed. Refer to (KRS 216.710(b) 1,2,3 (a,b,c) 4 for correct procedures on assisting the client with self-administration.
• Notify the supervisor of any signs or suspicions of abuse or neglect against the client.
• Support individuals to maintain a safe and healthy environment
Facilitate independence and choice and participation with; activities of daily living; work and productive activities; leisure
• Provide care according to clients plan of care
• Remain knowledgeable of clients care needs and supports
• Follow the plan of care and tasks for support and achievements
• Document according to policy and procedures
• Operation of vehicles in accordance with company policy, local and state, and federal laws
• Complete mandatory training as assigned
Independence Assistance retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
NOTE: This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to act as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required of personnel. Attendance is an essential function of the job, required of personnel.
Independence Assistance does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
COVID-19 Considerations:
Each workday, a Well For Work is distributed to all staff to monitor exposure risks, temperature risks, and how the staff is feeling. Increased PPE supplies and distribution to all staff at no cost. Offer CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security)
Job Requirements
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
Homemaking: 1 year (Preferred)
Personal Care: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
CNA (Preferred)
Willingness To Travel:
100% (Required)
Work Location:
Multiple locations
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay:
Bonus pay
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
Adaptable/flexible -- enjoy doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
This Company Describes Its Culture as:
Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with a strong performance culture

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