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Job title: Live in caregiver
Company: ComForCare Home Health Care – Halton
Job description: Please note: ComForCare is actively monitoring the progression of the coronavirus, COVID-19, to ensure that we have the most accurate and latest information on the threat of the virus. As you know, this situation is developing rapidly as new cases are identified in our communities and our protocols will be adjusted as needed. We are following updates and procedures from the Governments of Ontario and Canada and the World Health Organization. Our response and plans may adjust according to the recommendations from these organizations.
Looking for caregivers to join our home care family at this difficult time to support our clients in their homes.
Description:
At ComForCare Home Care we value our caregivers like family. We celebrate success and have fun! Our focus is to help our clients and employees live their best life possible.
We invite you to become part of our team! We have open positions and are looking for the very best to support clients in their homes. Whether you are looking to get started in a home care career or are an experienced aide, we have something for you.
Live in shifts are available in Hamilton, ON area. We will consider your availability and preferred locations when setting up your schedule.
We provide caregivers competitive pay, training and benefits, as well as opportunities for advancement. Orientations happen each week.
Are you naturally nurturing? Do you want a job that is truly fulfilling? Our independently owned and operated franchised offices are looking for you.
Job Summary:
The Live-in caregiver who stays in the clients home provides them with various personal care and homemaker/companion services in accordance with an established plan of care so that they can remain in their residence.
Essential Functions:Personal Care
- Provide assistance with: bathing, dressing, grooming, nail /skin care, back care, foot care, shampoo, oral hygiene, ambulation, transfers, range of motion exercise, safe use of equipment and assistive devices (wheel chair, walker, crutches, cane), change of position, with toileting, commode, incontinent care, meal planning, preparation, and assistance with feeding
- Helping with prescribed exercises which the client and caregivers have been taught by a healthcare practitioner
- Assist with self-administration of medications (including medication reminders) which are ordered by a physician or other person authorized by state law to prescribe
- Monitor intake and output
- Record and report changes in the client’s condition, family situation or needs to an appropriate health care practitioner
- Other healthcare related and delegated tasks under supervision of the licensed nurse
- Companion/Sitter/Household Management
- Provide companionship and respite services for family
- Perform homemaking activities which include (but are not limited to): vacuuming, dusting, sweeping or mopping floors, doing dishes, changing bed linens, doing laundry and cleaning bathrooms.
Qualifications/Educational Requirements:
- High school graduate or equivalent certificate
- At least six months experience as a caregiver (in homes or facilities)
- Achieves a minimum score of 80% on competency exam (Home Health Aide Test)
- Meets passing criteria on DEARS (Drugs and Ethics) test
- Ability to read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job
- Possess a valid driver’s license and have use of an insured automobile or access to adequate transportation for the job
This job description is used as a guide only and not inclusive of responsibilities and job duties.
Expected salary: $180 per day
Location: Hamilton, ON
Job date: Sat, 13 Feb 2021 05:52:44 GMT
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