Job Summary
At Home Assist Health we value
Empowerment
We empower individuals and communities to take control of their health through education and support.
Cultural Respect
We honor the diversity of our community, delivering culturally responsive health related services.
Health Independence
We equip individuals with knowledge and resources to make informed, proactive health choices.
Compassion
We provide compassionate, respectful care that builds trust within our community.
At Home Assist Health, our caregivers are instrumental in providing quality, independent lifestyles for people living with disabilities, and ensuring that they have the best care experience possible.
- Under the direction of the Noble Care Supervisor, this position provides assistance to meet the non-medical needs of members in their homes.
- Caregivers assist members with personal care activities: routine house cleaning, laundry, ambulation, transfers, meal preparation, assistance with feeding, companionship, and assistance with learning objectives as described in the service plan.
- This position requires traveling between members homes, and transporting the member on community outings.
- The employee must have reliable, insured transportation or the ability to utilize the transit system to ensure clients scheduled hours of care are covered.
- Working hours will vary and may require evening, weekend and holiday hours.
- Job Functions
- Appropriately assists member with personal care activities, routine house cleaning, laundry, meal preparation and feeding as indicated on Service Plan.
- Provides general supervision of the member and companionship in accordance with the members service plan as outlined by the assigned Member Care Supervisor.
- Coordinates shopping and transports clients on errands, doctor/clinic appointments.
- Accurately document services provided and complete data sheets/electronic visit verification in accordance with policy and service plan requirements on day that services are rendered.
- Immediately report any changes in clients condition or incidents to the assigned Member Care Supervisor or Supervisor on Duty.
- Assignments are fulfilled with reliability and punctuality utilizing personal conduct guidelines outlined in the Member/Caregiver Agreement.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding all personal client information.
- Maintain training/certifications as required.
- Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to dress code.
- Conform to ongoing background/fingerprint/attestation/affidavits as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.
- Good communication skills and the ability to follow directions, policies and procedures.
- Reliable, insured transportation, valid driver’s license and acceptable MVD report
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Bilingual a plus.
- Education
- High school education or GED required
- CNA, CCMA, RMA, or CHHA preferred but not required
- Experience
- Requires a minimum of one (1) year of formal caregiving experience
- Training/Certification/Licensure
- AHCCCS Direct Care Worker Training or current AZBN CNA, CCMA, RMA, or CHHA.
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
- Background Requirements
- Must have DPS Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance (or be able to obtain one within 90 days hire).
- Must pass Criminal Background if applying for DPS Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.
- Must pass APS Registry Check at new hire and annually.
- Must sign notarized Criminal History Affidavit at new hire and every 3 years.
- Immunization Requirements
- Must have proof of TB at hire
Classification
This position is classified as Non-Exempt as outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
- Working Conditions
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
- May require sitting or standing for long periods of time.
Physical & Mental Limitations Statement
You are not required to disclose information about physical or mental limitations that you believe will not interfere with your ability to do the job. However, you should disclose any physical or mental impairment for which special arrangements or accommodations are needed to enable you to perform the essential functions of the job. Your description of any impairment and suggestions for reasonable accommodations will be considered in evaluating reasonable accommodations.
