Job Description
Introduction: Visiting Nurse Association of SEMO is a private, not-for-profit company serving Southeast Missouri since 1973. VNA is looking to expand their amazing Team by seeking compassionate, hardworking In-Home Caregivers that want an opportunity to grow and advance within the company. Flexible schedule, VNA is able to work around around your schedule.
Job Duties: As a Caregiver, this individual will be responsible for multiple duties, including, but not limited to:
Following the care plan as directed.
Assisting with toileting, bathing, and grooming, such as shampooing hair, finger and toenail care, brushing teething, shower assistance, and more.
Basic food preparation - Grocery shopping to the actual preparation of the food.
Light housekeeping Making the bed, to laundry, cleaning the bathroom and kitchen, dusting, and vacuuming.
Transferring the client -this refers to transferring the client from chairs, from the toilet, from the bed, and to and from a vehicle. ( If trained to do so )
Monitoring changes in the client's health.
Companionship. Possibly the most important of all caregiver duties; lending an ear or providing a shoulder to lean on.
*The range of the duties described above may not include all of the duties to be performed by the Caregiver and are subject to change. Service workers are employed on an "as needed basis" and may begin working by substituting for agency employees. As referrals are received, the service worker may be assigned and scheduled to particular clients. Clients may come and go, therefore, VNA does not guarantee hours each week. A worker's caseload will depend upon the referrals received and the willingness of that worker.
Qualifications:
Possess a valid driver's license and have use of an insured automobile.
Must be 18 years of age.
Must be able to pass all background checks.
Pass a drug test.
Excellent communication and listening skills.-Compassionate, patient, and caring nature.
Must be physically and mentally fit to handle the demands of caregiving.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
Must have a working telephone, with voicemail box set up.
Training: Training consists of 2 days of PAID classroom training in Dexter, MO and 1 day of PAID on the job training in your area with a VNA trainer. Training is mandated by the state and can be transferred from agency to agency. Classroom training will be paid out at minimum wage following the pay schedule.
NOTE: All applicants will be subject to a criminal background check & registered with Family Care Reg, MVR check, professional and personal reference checks, and pre-employment drug screening.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
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Employment Type: Contractor
Salary: $ 15.00 Per Hour
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Minimum wage, Contract work, For contractors, Flexible hours,