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SalaryResponsibilities:
- Provide personal care assistance to clients in their homes or assisted living facilities
- Assist with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Help clients with mobility and transfers, including using assistive devices and techniques
- Monitor and record vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, and temperature
- Administer medications as directed by healthcare professionals
- Assist with meal planning, preparation, and feeding
- Provide companionship and emotional support to clients
- Engage clients in social activities and recreational outings
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients
Requirements:
- Previous experience in personal care or related field preferred
- Knowledge of social work principles and practices
- Familiarity with dementia care techniques and strategies
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for travel to client locations
- Ability to provide direct support to individuals with physical or cognitive disabilities
- Understanding of home care systems and procedures
- Ability to lift and move clients with proper body mechanics and assistive devices
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Compassionate and patient demeanor when working with elderly or disabled individuals
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and requirements may be subject to change based on the specific needs of the client or employer.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $16.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- New Britain, CT: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road
