Company Overview

In 1980, Homewatch CareGivers established its mission to preserve dignity, protect independence, and provide peace of mind to our clients and their loved ones by providing exceptional home care.  By delivering high-quality caregiver services, Homewatch CareGivers helps improve the quality of life for those in our communities as well as provide meaningful employment opportunities.  We offer employees a strong family-oriented culture and professional, accredited training that addresses relevant health and wellness issues. Homewatch CareGivers welcomes individuals into our family who are eager to continually learn in order to best serve customers’ evolving needs, and who demonstrate a passion for connecting people to the quality services they deserve.

Caregivers are either CNA’S (Certified Nurse Aides) or HHA (Home Health Aide). Caregivers must be reliable, dependable, honest, and caring. Caregivers are not allowed to smoke in clients’ homes and must have their own transportation. Some may need to take clients to appointments or run errands. This will require them to possess a valid driver’s license and to have current automobile insurance. Caregivers must be observant enough to recognize changes in their clients and be capable of alerting the appropriate personnel when necessary.

Role

Caregivers provide paraprofessional services to the agency’s home care clients, as assessed in the care plan and in compliance with the client’s Service Agreement.

Scope of Position

• Must meet hiring criteria as defined in the agency’s minimum standards.
• Must be able to function with minimal supervision, accepting personal responsibility for maintaining a professional relationship with the client.
• Must accept responsibility for maintaining skills and learning on an ongoing basis, as well as adhering to agency policies.
• Must pass all background screening with satisfactory results

Ability 

• Must possess effective communication skills.
• Experience as caregiver home care setting or skilled facility or assisting with activities of daily living (ex: mobility, grooming, bathing).
• Provide complex care for those living with chronic conditions.
• Does not administer medication or perform any procedures requiring the knowledge or skills of a licensed nurse.
• Help maintain a safe and comfortable home environment.
• Assist clients with errands, appointments, and social activities.
• Update office staff on client progress as needed.

Physical Qualifications

Able to work an average of 20-40 hours per week. Able to bend, climb, stoop, and stand. Able to lift 20-30 pounds.  Able to use tools necessary for job.