HHA/DIRECT CAREGIVER

TITLE OF POSITION: DIRECT CARE WORKER TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: SUPERVISOR/AGENCY MANAGER RISK OF EXPOSURE TO BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS – HIGH POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Follows the plan of care to help the consumer to maintain good personal hygiene and maintain a healthful, safe environment, is to perform ONLY those functions specified for each individual consumer. Receives written instructions from the supervisor Knowledge of Agency policies and procedures Is oriented and trained in all aspects of care to be provided to consumers. Ability to demonstrate competency in all areas of training for a direct care worker Direct Care Workers may assist consumers with the following activities; a. Self-administration of medications for consumers who are competent to direct the care b. Housekeeping c. Personal care including grooming and dressing d. Eating and meal preparation e. Oral hygiene and denture care f. Toileting and toilet hygiene g. iADL assistance h. Administering emergency first aid i. Providing or arranging for social interaction j. Providing transportation Documents observations and services in the individual consumer record. Reports any change in the consumer's mental or physical condition or in the home situation to his/her immediate supervisor or Agency Manager JOB CONDITIONS The ability to drive and the ability to access consumers’ homes which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible are required. Hearing, eyesight and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform a physical assessment of the consumer's condition and to perform consumer care/services On occasion, may be required to bend, stoop, reach and move consumer weight up to 250 pounds; lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds. Must be able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing in English.