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About this job

Make a difference…in your life and the lives of others.

A co-worker’s job title is only the beginning of who he/she is to our residents because here, each co-worker serves a position and a purpose. We care for our residents the way we all would want to be treated: with dignity, compassion and respect. To honor the care and commitment that they offer to our residents every day, we work hard to provide a rich benefit package, an environment which encourages career development and competitive compensation.  

 

Join Country Meadows At Home as a Home Care Associate and enjoy a flexible schedule caring for others. Ideal for students, retirees, stay at home parents, empty nesters and others who appreciate spending time with seniors in a flexible position. You have the opportunity to make a difference with your companionship, assistance with errands, non-medical personal care and medication reminders. Plus, we provide on the job training. It is the best of both worlds: provide one on one care to residents in their Country Meadows apartments while working among other dedicated co-workers on a vibrant campus. We welcome you to join our team of professional & compassionate caregivers.

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The Benefits of working with Country Meadows At Home…Discover the Difference

  • Health Insurance & Vision/Dental Benefits
  • 401K Retirement Plans
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Coworker Recruitment Awards
  • Holiday Paid Incentive & Birthday as a Holiday
  • Leave of Absence Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Free Access to Wellness Coaches
  • Banking Programs & Credit Union Membership
  • $2 meals in Country Meadows Facilities

 Home Care Associate

 

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The home care associate is a member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a geriatric care specialist and assists older adults with daily living activities at one of our Country Meadows and/or Ecumenical facilities as necessary to meet the client’s needs. The home care associate is responsible for observing clients, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed.

The home care associate will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a client’s care.
 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities of the home care associate include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Providing personal care which may include assistance with bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, toileting activities including incontinence care, medication reminders, skin care to prevent breakdown, changing bed linen, monitoring oxygen, assistance with ambulation and transfers, keeping client’s living area clean and orderly, as appropriate.
  • Providing companion/homemaker services which may include meal planning and cooking, light housekeeping, personal laundry, home organizing such as cleaning closets, sorting photos, shopping and errands, pet care, letter writing/correspondence, & encouraging independence such as walks, light exercises, games, cards, maintaining scrap books, and escorting to doctor’s appointments.
  • Promoting social and emotional support as needed and according to the resident’s care plan, which includes sensitivity to resident needs for both privacy and socialization, awareness and sensitivity to client limitations as well as assistance to overcome limitations.
  • Informing supervisor and /or Executive Director about any client needs, unusual events, suspicion of abuse, or condition/behavior changes.
  • Participating in the planning of client service needs by attending regularly scheduled team meetings.
  • Takes all appropriate safety precautions to minimize risk of injury to client, self and others.
  • Interacting and communicating with client and client’s family in a manner that shows respect and promotes confidence in the co-worker’s and the team’s ability to meet their expectations.  Refers family to geriatric care specialist or executive director for service/care concerns.
  • Participating in continuing education programs to promote self-development and contributing to the development of the team by helping new co-workers learn job tasks and responsibilities.
  • Documenting and maintaining all pertinent client-related information according to company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

 

JOB LIMITATIONS

The home care associate will not function in any manner viewed as the practice of nursing according to the State of Pennsylvania Nurse Practice Act.  Specifically, the home care associate will not administer medications, take physician’s orders or perform procedures requiring the training, knowledge and skill of a nurse.

 

CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS

  • Exhibits a positive customer service attitude which includes respect, empathy, friendliness and willingness to assist others, consistent completion of job duties, well-groomed appearance.
  • Is punctual, dependable and displays personal initiative to complete work without constant supervision, by reliable work attendance, ability to self-motivate and work independently, and by taking responsibility to address work related problems with the proper individuals.
  • Is honest and trustworthy.
  • Communication skills that include careful listening, sensitivity to the emotions attached to the message, thoughtful responses, timely and accurate reporting to appropriate people.  Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and comprehend same.
  • Commitment to confidentiality that pertains to both client and co-worker information.
  • Relates personal information only to appropriate supervisory co-workers.
  • Demonstrates skill in judging the importance and urgency of events.  Recognizes a client- related problem that is within the HCA’s scope to address and recognizes when assistance is needed.
  • Approaches work with a flexible attitude.  Can change course of activity with changing client demands without experiencing undue stress or frustration.
  • Satisfactorily completes the company home care certification course.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • Standing, walking, twisting, bending, pushing, kneeling, stooping, stretching and supporting a minimum of 70 pounds.
  • Occasional lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds. Workplace includes Country Meadows and Ecumenical facilities & the Home Care office.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience: Entry level position. Prior home care experience preferred.
  • Certification/License:  Current CPR and 1st aid certification preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license from the state of Pennsylvania.
  • Should not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of self and others. Must be able to communicate effectively with clients and co-workers.  Must present a neat, clean appearance and demonstrate a positive, cheerful attitude.


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Job Benefits

Some of the benefits you can take advantage of as a co-worker at Country Meadows include:
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Employer Contributed Family Health Insurance
  • FREE Dental
  • Vision Insurance
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance
  • Limited Medical Plan
  • Short Term Major Medical Plan
  • Employer Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Birthday as a Holiday
  • Tuition Scholarship
  • Country Meadows Foundation
  • Recruitment Award
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Jury Duty Pay
  • Paid Short Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness Coaches
  • $2 Meal Plan
  • Cash Bonus Programs