Benefits:

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

JOB SUMMARY:

Personal Care Worker (PCW) is responsible for personal care and assisting with activities of daily living with clients in their homes. All employees must be committed to the concepts, philosophy, and mission of FirstLight and possess the desire to assist individuals to maximize their independence and reach their fullest potential in their personal residence.

FLSA STATUS:

Non-Exempt

JOB RELATIONSHIPS:

Supervised by: Director of Client Services

Workers Supervised: N/A

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential job duties for this position include the following items. Other duties must be performed as assigned or required.

Provide general attention to the non-medical needs of the client(s) following an established Service Plan/Care Plan. This may include personal hygiene, toileting, bathing, oral care, hair, and/or skincare.

Assist client(s) in and out of bed, excluding the use of mechanical lifting equipment unless trained and documented as competent

Assist client(s) with walking, including the use of walkers and wheelchairs, when applicable

Provide meal planning, preparation, and feeding as required.

Provide medication reminders.

Remind clients to complete prescribed exercises when instructed by the appropriate health care professional.

Remain in client vicinity at all times during shift and report any unusual incidents and act quickly in cases of emergency

Utilize the FLHC required time management system for Clock-in and Clock-out procedures when reporting for work and when clocking out from work

Document services delivered in accordance with FirstLight Home Care policies and procedures.

Record and report changes in the client’s physical condition, behavior, or appearance to the supervisor.

Report any unusual incidents and act quickly in cases of emergency.

Adhere to HIPAA regulations

Provide general companion care services, and homemaker services.

Participate as requested in the quality assurance reviews and evaluations of FirstLight’s services

Stay current with changing technology, including software programs.

Uphold, support, and promote all company policies and procedures.