Arcadia In Home Respite Worker

Pay rate of $22.24/hr

Position Summary: This position serves a vital function in support of the companys clients seniors and people with disabilities living independently in their homes but who need assistance with daily tasks.

Essential Duties:

• Assist family members in maintaining the client at home
• Provide appropriate care and supervision to ensure the clients health and safety in the absence of family members
• Relieve family from the constantly demanding responsibility of caring for the client
• Client transfer - moderate assist
• Attend to the clients basic self-help needs and other activities of daily living including interaction socialization and continuation of usual daily routines that would ordinarily be performed by the family members.

Position Requirements & Competencies:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• Must have reliable transportation; if by car a valid drivers license and proof of insurance is required
• Nurturing and compassionate nature with the desire to care for others
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Good communication and interpersonal skills