Care Companion - Martha & Mary- Home Care - Martha & Mary Health Services : Job Details

Care Companion - Martha & Mary - Home Care Martha and Mary has been caring for children, seniors and families in Greater Kitsap for 130 years. Offering exceptional care that feels like family, we provide a wide continuum of care services for life's transitions, including skilled nursing, rehab, home care, care management and long term care, plus affordable senior housing options and outstanding early learning programs for children. As a non-profit, faith-based organization, we are keenly dedicated to delivering high quality, compassionate care requiring highly capable employees with warm hearts. Whether you are just beginning your career or looking to enhance your skill set, by joining our mission of caring you can expect to make a real difference in the lives of those we serve. We are currently accepting applications for Care Companions to perform tasks directly related to clients' needs prescribed by the plan of care. Includes providing assistance with ADL to seniors and disabled adults by performing the following in a way that clients feel nurtured, well cared for and comfortable. We are offering full time or part time hours! Starting wage is $16.74/hr. up to $18.73 depending on related experience as determined by Supervisor and HRWhat you will be doing:

• Provide light housecleaning; i.e., dusting, mopping, vacuuming, laundry, change bed linens, sanitize kitchen/bathrooms, etc. for clients.
• Grocery shop and run errands for clients.
• Provide incidental transportation or escort of clients.
• Plan and prepare meals for clients.
• Assist or provides substantial cueing to clients, who are fundamentally able to dress/undress independently, with difficult tasks such as selecting clothing, tying shoes, buttoning or zipping closing, etc.
• Assist or provides substantial cueing to clients, who are fundamentally independent in activities of daily living, with grooming activities such as combing hair, make-up, shaving, brushing teeth, eating etc.
• Assist with ambulation of clients who ambulates with cane or walker, not including assistance with wheelchair. (This requires specialized training)
• May assist with repositioning and bed mobility, excluding transfers.
• Remind clients to take medication as required.
• Provide end-of-life companionship, respite care, and help as needed to client.
• Notify the Client Mgr. of the condition of clients if the condition has changed and the need for further care is warranted.
• Communicate all schedule changes, concerns and any other pertinent care related issues directly to Client Mgr.
• Complete appropriate documentation as prescribed by AT HOME policy and procedures.
• Study and execute each care plan with exactness for each assigned client.
• Accurately and honestly clock-in and -out using the timekeeping system.
• Must complete courses via online learning system as assigned by Client Mgr.

We are looking for:

• People with a high school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in direct caregiving preferred
• Valid WA State Driver's license with acceptable driving record and a personal vehicle that has met all legal requirements with regard to insurance, registration and inspections. (Primary coverage in an accident/incident is associated with vehicle's owner.)
• Ability to obtain State certification within 120 days of employment
• Ability to drive/accompany clients to appointments and shopping
• Ability to identify and meet client's personal needs while being pleasant and positive
• Ability to maintain a calm demeanor, be patient and relaxed
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand or communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of the position
• Ability to record and deliver information
• Ability to speak distinctly and listen carefully in order to communicate effectively on all levels with clients, families and staff
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to perform light housekeeping duties that may require bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, etc.

We provide you:

• Career advancement opportunities across multiple sites and departments
• Employee Assistance and Counseling
• Financial counseling discounts and 403(b) EE Plan
• Cell phone discounts
• Health club discounts
• Auto service discounts
• Much more

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background, fingerprints, health screening and reference checks. Martha & Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.