Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc.
Gallup, New Mexico, United States
Homecare Provider
Job Description
Work Location: Embudom, NM
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS
The position provides independent home management services and non-medical personal services to adult clients who are experiencing physical or serious psychosocial difficulties or to certain handicapped children and adults as a respite service. Service is provided as part of a comprehensive plan for amelioration (sexual) abuse, neglect, or exploitation of adults.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Candidate must be able to function independently
- Must have no less than eighth grade level education.
- Possess a Valid New Mexico Drivers License
- Current and continual automobile insurance
- Must be literate and have basic math skills
- Must have interest and/or experience in working with elderly and disabled adults
- Experience in the areas of aging or social services a plus
- Must pass a Background clearance prior to start
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND COMPETENCIES
Responsible for Client Service Management provided in the best interest of the participant as defined by the Service Plan. This may include accompanying the participant, providing and/or securing all necessary services
Accepts responsibility for providing Personal Care necessary to maintain hygiene, while attending to the physical and psychological needs necessary for participant to maintain residence in the least restrictive and safe setting to prevent neglect, abuse, and exploitation
Provides Home Management to assure a clean, safe home environment
Where assigned will provide Home management/environmental safety services when the lack of public utilities such as running water, and the use of wood as a primary source of fuel, poses a hazard to the participants health and safety
Home Care Standards:
Confidentiality is a priority for All Siete Del Norte Client activities
Ability to prioritize client needs
Organizes and utilizes time efficiently
Maintains good interpersonal relationships with staff
Becomes knowledgeable of and adheres to the Policies and Procedures, rules and regulations of Siete Del Norte organization
Uses care in preventing spread of disease/infection when in contact with client and clients environment
Neat, well groomed appearance appropriate for the assignment
Exhibits a kind, caring and compassionate manner