Live In Caregiver

Company: Masonicare
Location: Hartford
Posted on: August 3, 2022

Job Description:

Live In CaregiverMasonicare at Home - Statewide Connecticut and Washington County Rhode Island24/7position *Will consider applicants looking to work hourly overnights to fill in for LiveIn staff*A Live-In Caregiver resides in the home of the patient/client and provides homemaking and general household assistance to patient/clients under the supervision of the Director.The Live-In Caregiver assists with personal care activities: bathing, dressing, oral hygiene, hair/skin care and feeding.Other standard duties may include:Assisting with medication management by reminding client to take medication as neededAssisting the client with exercises, ambulation and transfer activities.Performing household services essential to a clean, safe and healthy environment, including meal preparation, laundry and housekeeping to ensure that the client is receiving sanitary and safe care at home.Providing basic emotional and psychological support to client and other members of the householdAssisting and client to physician, clinic, or other appointments.Accompanying patient on walks and to social functionsObserving any changes in the clients' abilities and/or needs for safety issues and notifying the agency as appropriateDocumentation of care/activities provided will be submitted as per agency policy.REQUIREMENTS: **Previous caregiving experience is required** CNA or HHA certificate preferred, but not requiredValid drivers license/transportation are STRONGLY PREFERRED. -High school diploma or GED. -Able to carry and lift bundles weighing up to 30 lbs. up stairs. -Able to hear/read/speak ENGLISH.Job ID: 4363

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