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Assisting Hands • Orland Park, Illinois, USA
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Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule
  • Training & development
Job Summary:
This position provides custodial and personal care services to clients who contract with Assisting Hands under the direction of the Staffing Coordinator in accordance with each clients Plan of Care.



Education:

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
Qualifications:

  • One (1) year of experience in a home or long-term care setting is preferred.

Reports To:
Staffing Coordinator



Primary Responsibilities:

Maintain a Clean and Safe Environment:
Perform light cleaning and straightening tasks in the clients residence including bathrooms living areas and bedrooms.
Wash dishes laundry and complete other cleaning tasks to ensure a safe sanitary and comfortable living space for the client.

Provide Personal Care Services:
Assist clients with personal hygiene grooming ambulation exercise eating dressing shaving physical transfers and other tasks as outlined in the Plan of Care.

Nutritional Support:
Assist clients with meal preparation feeding and nutritional support as necessary.

Monitor Clients Health:
Report any changes in the clients physical or emotional condition to the Staffing Coordinator.

Additional Client-Specific Activities:
Assist with the use of mobility devices (e.g. wheelchairs walkers hoyer lifts).

Support prescribed range of motion exercises and other physical activities.

Teach and assist family members with household routines and basic care skills.

Measure and record fluid intake and output vital signs (e.g. temperature pulse blood pressure) and other health metrics as needed.

Maintain accurate records of personal health care activities and report any changes in clients condition or appearance.

Monitor clients behavior for any significant changes and report these observations to the agency supervisor.

Medication Assistance:
Assist clients with self-administered medication including:

  • Retrieving the medication from its storage location reading the label and opening the container.
  • Helping the client take the medication as prescribed (e.g. placing the dosage in their hand assisting with swallowing).
  • Recording the assistance provided and ensuring medication is stored properly after use.
Assist with preparation of necessary items such as water juice or cups to facilitate the medication process.

Support the client with physical tasks such as steadying their hand or arm to ensure proper medication administration.

Infection Control & Compliance:
Adhere to infection control policies and procedures including proper hand hygiene techniques in accordance with CDC Guidelines.

Follow all policies and procedures as outlined in the agencys Policy and Procedure Manual Caregiver Handbook and Caregiver Training Manual.

Hours:

  • Hours are dependent on the assignment and client needs. Shifts are available 24/7 based on availability. Assisting Hands cannot guarantee a set number of hours.
FLSA Status:

  • Non-exempt hourly
Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.




About Assisting Hands Home Care

Assisting Hands Home Care provides compassionate dependable in-home care that helps individuals remain safe independent and comfortable in their own homes. Our care is rooted in dignity respect and personalized support allowing clients to maintain their quality of life where they feel happiest.

Assisting Hands Home Care is known for its high standards and commitment to excellence. Our caregivers are reliable compassionate and dedicated to providing care that builds trust and makes a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.




Key Skills
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Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Hourly Salary Salary: 16 - 18
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