Job Description:

OBJECTIVE:

To increase the quality of life through promotion of independence within the home by assisting with light homemaking, non-medical personal care, home management, and emotional support. Perform direct care services to disabled individuals in the community.

This Part-Time job is eligible for paid holidays, floating holidays, sick leave, jury duty and bereavement leave.  Part time employees can also make pre-tax contributions to a retirement plan and some part time employees who work enough hours in a year may become eligible for employer contributions to their retirement.

QUALIFICATIONS

A High School Diploma or GED with six months experience providing homemaker and/or personal care services. A valid Colorado driver’s license without a history of violations is also required with current automobile insurances on the vehicle. If you have an out of state driver’s license you must obtain a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment. It is required to have a Smart Phone to utilize YLYW’s telephony system to clock in and out when providing services with clients.

As a caregiver role that also handles very confidential information the PCP/RCP/OCO candidate may be disqualified if they have a criminal record for illegal drug use or sale, financial fraud, identity theft, physical abuse, crimes involving violence and/or theft. We do consider the specifics of the offense, including how long ago the offense took place (see specifics below**).

OTHER REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES

Geriatric, medical and/or home care experience is a plus. It is preferred that the incumbent have the ability to interact and work cooperatively and effectively with consumers, coworkers, supervisors, family members, and community referral sources. The incumbent must be able to perform general homemaking skills, demonstrate customer service skills, make common sense decisions and perform duties as required. The incumbent must also communicate effectively, conduct self in a professional manner and maintain a professional appearance that enhances the firm’s reputation. The incumbent must respect confidentiality of each client.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS     

Client Care

The Homemaker/PCP/RCP will plan with the clients and their families on how best to carry out the required tasks and functions, organize the tasks within the care plan and perform the care plan tasks; {i.e. sweeping, mopping, dusting, running errands, preparing meals, laundry, {the PCP will provide personal hygiene assistance}. and keep appropriate records, assist with activities, meals and snacks and communicate with medical and other professionals and caregivers in order to implement necessary changes, confirm treatment or handle emergencies. The incumbent will recognize the importance of a clean, healthy environment in performing household task; take measures to keep the home in a safe condition and respect the confidentiality of the client.

Client/Program Tracking and Reporting

The Homemaker/PCP/RCP will complete Clockworks accurately and punctually, complete incident reports as deemed necessary, report important changes observed in the client’s home.

Relationship Management

The Homemaker/PCP/RCP will involve individual or family members whenever possible, in all activities, encourage individual independence in the performance of all tasks, communicate in a timely manner and keep the Scheduling Coordinator informed of progress, considerations and any pertinent information regarding the client’s care. The Homemaker/PCP/RCP will also utilize own talents, skills and interests to help form a relationship with each client and seek guidance when needed. The incumbent will deal effectively and calmly with non-routine situations following accepted guidelines and perform other duties as required by the Scheduling Coordinator, participating in staff meetings and trainings as required. The incumbent will also maintain good working knowledge of Goodwill Industries policies and procedures, performing additional related duties as requested by the Program Coordinator.

Research and Industry Involvement

The Homemaker/PCP/RCP will participate in training classes and receive additional training as needed (12 hours annually is required of Personal Care Providers); use conferences and meetings to expand knowledge and skill and ensure updated knowledge of policies.

Background Check Requirements

**Per the State regulation (6 CCR 1011-1 Chap 26) 6.3 Criminal history record checks:
(A) Effective June 1, 2015, the HCA shall require any individual seeking employment with the agency to submit to a criminal history record check to ascertain whether the individual seeking employment has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor, which felony or misdemeanor involves conduct that the agency determines could pose a risk to the health, safety or welfare of home care consumers. CODE OF COLORADO REGULATIONS 6 CCR 1011-1 Chap 26 Health Facilities and Emergency Medical Services Division
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(B) The criminal history record check shall, at a minimum, include a search of criminal history in the State of Colorado and be conducted not more than 90 days prior to employment of the individual.
(C) The cost of such inquiry shall be paid by either the home care agency or the individual seeking employment.
(D) In assessing whether to employ an applicant with a felony or misdemeanor conviction, the HCA shall consider the following factors:
(1) The history of convictions, pleas of guilty or no contest,
(2) The nature and seriousness of the crimes;
(3) The time that has elapsed since the conviction(s);
(4) Whether there are any mitigating circumstances; and
(5) The nature of the position for which the applicant would be employed.
(E) The HCA shall develop and implement policies and procedures regarding the employment of any individual who is convicted of a felony or misdemeanor to ensure that the individual does not pose a risk to the health, safety and welfare of the consumer.

Physical Requirements

Attachment to Job Description

(This information is required to ensure compliance with various workplace regulations. Please identify each physical activity required in the performance of this position and mark the relative column below.

	Continuously	Frequently	Occasionally	Never
	5-8 hours	3-4 hours	1-2 hours	0
LIFTING: (as defined by ADA)
Heavy:       45 lbs & over			X
Moderate:   15-44 lbs		X
Light:           14 lbs & under		X
CARRYING:
Heavy:       45 lbs & over			X
Moderate:   15-44 lbs			X
Light:           14 lbs & under		X
PUSHING/PULLING	X
REACHING:
Above Shoulder	X
At Shoulder	X
Below Shoulder	X
TWISTING	X
BENDING	X
KNEELING/CRAWLING	X
SQUAT	X
CLIMBING - use of legs only (stairs)	X
CLIMBING - use of arms & legs (ladders)				0
HEARING	X
VISION:
Visual – close	X
Visual – distant	X
Visual - depth perception	X
HANDS/FINGERS:
Simple grasping	X
Fine Manipulation			X
Repetitive Movements	X
WALKING	X
STANDING	X
SITTING			X
SPEAKING		X
OTHER - Please describe:

Goodwill is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to employing qualified individuals including those with disabilities, protected veterans and military spouses. 

Goodwill participates in E-Verify.  For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS:  888-897-7781 or www.dhs.gov/E-Verify

We promote a Safe & Drug-free Workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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