In-Home Personal Care Attendant

Services For Independent Living

Job Location:

Columbia, IN - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 16 - 16

Posted on: 15 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The In-Home Personal Care Attendant is responsible for providing compassionate and professional personal care assisting with activities of daily living and empowering consumers to maintain their independence while ensuring their physical mental and emotional well-being. This role involves adhering to care plans maintaining confidentiality and documenting services accurately and in compliance with company policies and state regulations. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of seniors and adults with disabilities.

about sil: Services for Independent Living (SIL) is a non-profit Center for Independent Living dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities seniors and veterans to achieve greater independence and quality of life. Rooted in the Independent Living Philosophy SIL is part of a statewide network of 21 Centers in Missouri. We have a proud history of championing consumer control and community-based solutions to create a barrier-free community for all.

SIL is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage individuals with disabilities veterans and people from all backgrounds to apply. We strive to provide an accessible and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Competitive compensation
Part-time position
Work hours vary depending on consumer needs

What will I do

Provide personal care assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and empower consumers to maximize their independence.
Ensure consumers receive attention that encourages physical mental and psychosocial well-being.
Provide comfort privacy and dignity to consumers while maintaining a professional and caring interaction.
Perform infection control procedures (e.g. handwashing glove use and proper disposal of soiled materials including PPE).
Assist consumers with meals nourishment and hydration.
Follow care plans/services authorized by relevant agencies or private pay contracts.
Communicate effectively with management consumers staff and volunteers to ensure quality care.
Adhere to safety rules and proper body mechanics during all tasks.
Follow verbal and written instructions from the supervisor.
Report changes in the consumers condition to the supervisor immediately.
Understand and uphold consumer rights including reporting abuse neglect and exploitation.
Maintain confidentiality of all protected health information whether electronic written or verbal.
Follow a weekly schedule provided by the supervisor.
Stay at the consumers home for the time allotted in the care plan.
Document work using our electronic visit verification tracking system including service start and stop times and task descriptions.
Complete all required documentation accurately and promptly per company policies.
Attend and participate in required training seminars and continuing education programs.
Maintain compliance with FCSR OIG and EDL to remain eligible for employment.
Observe all policies and procedures including safety infection control and consumer rights.

Position requirements:

Must have transportation and provide proof of vehicle insurance.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
One of the following qualifications is required:
- A minimum of six (6) months of paid experience in a caregiving role such as Homemaker Nurse Aide or Household Worker.
- At least one year of paid or unpaid experience caring for children elderly or sick individuals.
- Successful completion of formal training in basic nursing arts nursing assistant training or home health aide training.
- Current certification as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) in good standing with the state of Missouri.

Ready to make an impact in a mission-driven disability-inclusive organization Apply now to join our growing team

Competitive compensation
Part-time position
Work hours vary depending on consumer needs

What will I do

Provide personal care assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and empower consumers to maximize their independence.
Ensure consumers receive attention that encourages physical mental and psychosocial well-being.
Provide comfort privacy and dignity to consumers while maintaining a professional and caring interaction.
Perform infection control procedures (e.g. handwashing glove use and proper disposal of soiled materials including PPE).
Assist consumers with meals nourishment and hydration.
Follow care plans/services authorized by relevant agencies or private pay contracts.
Communicate effectively with management consumers staff and volunteers to ensure quality care.
Adhere to safety rules and proper body mechanics during all tasks.
Follow verbal and written instructions from the supervisor.
Report changes in the consumers condition to the supervisor immediately.
Understand and uphold consumer rights including reporting abuse neglect and exploitation.
Maintain confidentiality of all protected health information whether electronic written or verbal.
Follow a weekly schedule provided by the supervisor.
Stay at the consumers home for the time allotted in the care plan.
Document work using our electronic visit verification tracking system including service start and stop times and task descriptions.
Complete all required documentation accurately and promptly per company policies.
Attend and participate in required training seminars and continuing education programs.
Maintain compliance with FCSR OIG and EDL to remain eligible for employment.
Observe all policies and procedures including safety infection control and consumer rights.

Position requirements:

Must have transportation and provide proof of vehicle insurance.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
One of the following qualifications is required:
- A minimum of six (6) months of paid experience in a caregiving role such as Homemaker Nurse Aide or Household Worker.
- At least one year of paid or unpaid experience caring for children elderly or sick individuals.
- Successful completion of formal training in basic nursing arts nursing assistant training or home health aide training.
- Current certification as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) in good standing with the state of Missouri.

Ready to make an impact in a mission-driven disability-inclusive organization Apply now to join our growing team