PAS Attendant-Caregiver

Caregiver - Immediate Opening Available Dfw AreasAs a member of the home care team, the Caregiver works under the supervision of the Primary Home Care (PHC) Supervisor and performs various personal care services and assists with activities of daily living as necessary to meet the client's needs. The personal support worker is responsible for providing personal tasks as stipulated on the care plan. The Caregiver will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a client's care.Position Requirements Responsibilities:As directed by the PHC Supervisor, provide client care needs.Provide personal care and tasks assigned on the care plan: Grooming, including oral careBathingAssist the client with toileting activitiesAssist the client with dressing and undressingAssist in feeding the client, if necessaryFeed clients who are unable to feed themselvesProvide client with help walking and transferringObserve client's physical, mental and emotional conditionsReport any change to the PHC SupervisorMeasure and document intake and output, if necessaryAssist client in the self-administration of medication (medication reminder)Perform light housekeepingPerform meal preparation and clean upChange bed linens and make up the client's bedAssist with LaundryMaintain an orderly client environmentFollow principles of infection control and Universal Precautions.Provide escort to doctor appointments, also outside activities and shopping.Assist in providing a safe environment and promote quality patient care through adherence to established policies, procedures and standards.Ensure client's rights are adhered to. These include but are not limited to: the right to privacy and dignity while care is being providedthe right to accept or refuse carethe right to confidentiality of their informationUse equipment properly and in a safe manner.Respond rapidly and appropriately in an emergency situationQualifications:Certification as a Caregiver from a recognized community college or vocational school.Negative TB skin test or chest x-rayLicensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with the organizations requirements.Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervisionEmpathy for the needs of the clientDemonstrate effective oral communication skillsAbility to express spoken and/or written ideas in EnglishTreats clients, staff and the public with courtesy, respect and presents a positive public image.Ensures confidentiality and security of the client's medical information.Works as a team member