Caregiver Job Description
Responsibilities and Duties:
Monitor activities and whereabouts of clients/residents to ensure their general health, safety, and well-being.
Support in performing daily living activities, including feeding themselves, bathing, dressing, grooming, and leisure activities.
Assist in with maintenance of individual living spaces and adherence to special diets and medical regimens.
Observe daily routines and monitor behavioral changes, documenting and reporting observations.
Offer counseling and support.
Support program staff by encouraging all clients to attend activities, groups, and scheduled appointments.
Assures facility is clean and well kept; performs light cleaning duties as needed.
Follows precautions of handwashing, wearing gloves, use of disinfectant, and proper disposal of infectious materials.
May assist or lead groups or recreational activities, such as shopping.
May administer PRN medications and record activity in the Medication Log following medication room policies and procedures.
May interact with emergency personnel in an emergency call, including providing and completing necessary paperwork.
May provide transportation of clients in agency vehicles to off-site outings and appointments.
Other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or GED required; an AA or BA is preferred.
Experience working with the mentally ill or in a residential facility highly desired.
Experience passing medications is a plus.