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OPPO Home Health Aide in Aurora, Colorado
Home Health Aid - 1114
Summary: Our Home Health Aide is the heart of our company. They provide services and support to clients through a variety of services both within the community and in the client’s very own homes. Each client has their own support plan and needs and their home health aid helps them stay safe, healthy, and happy! Some clients will need to be picked up or dropped off within your working zone, (mileage reimbursement available) and some clients will need activities, direction, and patience, loving support in their daily living skills. No matter what the client's particular needs, you will be an indispensable part of their lives as a Home Health Aid.
Minimum Qualifications:
Ability to obtain company-sponsored CPR/First Aid Certification within 90 days of hire
Must be able to read, write and understand English
Must have the ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
Must have basic knowledge of proper food handling and appliances/equipment use found in clients home
Must have knowledge of basic principles of cleanliness and safety
Must be able to demonstrate capacity for high level of tolerance to occasional, stressful situations
Must be able to demonstrate genuine interest in caregiver role through friendly, caring attitude
Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of integrity and dependability in commitment to and in completion of work assignments
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to complete a skills validation test
Must maintain a current Colorado drivers license, in good standing and necessary auto insurance as required by the state law
Ideal Qualifications:
Shows compassion, patience, and positive attitude, and provides excellent care
Properly manages and implements prescribed behavioral programs with aggressive, self-abuse, and non-compliant individuals
Responsibilities:
Comprehensive supervision of the client
Documents timely daily client notes and monthly reports within Company software
Achieve a minimum of 12 hours of training through mandatory company-wide huddles and other training.
Supervising, planning, and participating in activities with clients.
Support clients with specific needs and activities of daily living (ADL), bathrooms, hygiene, eating, etc.
Assists with instrumental activities of daily living, shopping, appointments outside the home, etc.
Stays accessible and in contact with management and reports any concerns or incidents in a timely fashion
Work shifts promptly and as scheduled.
Has access to reliable transportation, provides insurance/registration in a timely manner, and drives clients safely.
Keeps required certifications updated and maintains personal compliance.
Will be responsible for transporting clients or traveling to client locations within employees' assigned working zone.
May be requested to travel to a client location outside employees' work zone as needed.
Maybe be required to help during a hospital stay if requested
Performs other duties and takes directions from client or client families as needed
Reports adverse behaviors and/or incidents as required and notifies supervisor of changes in clients condition
Respectful of leadership, is a team play and promotes a positive company culture
Observation and maintenance of the home environment that ensures the safety and security of those we serve
Assistance with household chores including cooking, meal preparation, cleaning and laundry
Assistance in completing activities such as shopping, and appointments outside the home
Companionship including, but not limited to, social interactions, conversation, emotional reassurance, encouragement of reading, writing and activities the stimulate the mind
Assistance with activities of daily living, personal care and any other assignments as included in the service plan
Completion of appropriate service notes regarding service provision each visit. Documentation shall contain service proved, ate and time in and out and a confirmation that care was provided.
And other duties as assigned by your supervisor
Additional IHSS Responsibilities:
Function within your knowledge and experience, practicing safely and competently within HMA training and experience.
Demonstrate appropriate interpersonal communication with client, caregiver, and employees. Including: Perform and demonstrate competency with personal care assignments and tasks for which you have had training and experience and as assigned by the RN Supervisor. - Basic First Aid - Infection control measures - Proper body mechanics - Environmental cleanliness and safety - Meal preparation - Proper care and use of appliances/equipment - Follow established assignment - Accurate documentation of services rendered
Comply with applicable regulations; including but not limited to providing accurate documentation of services provided to client and client activity, protect the client’s health care information and report potential fraud and abuse to the compliance officer.
Consistently use proper body mechanics and use proper infection control techniques to maintain environmental safety for you and your client (s).
Remain familiar with and respect the OPPO Patient’s Bill of Rights and Responsibilities.
Inform OPPO of your availability and desire for work assignments and honor your commitment to work assignments that you accept.
Participate in staff meetings/in-services as assigned.
Remain familiar with OPPO’s organizational structure and channels of communication.
Comply with OPPO’s Employee Policies and Procedures, (PPR) including submitting timesheets according to assigned timelines.
Consistently function as a member of the care and services team and OPPO employees in a positive manner.
Seek supervisory guidance whenever you have a question as to a specific task or responsibility.
Participate in continuing educational programs, as requested by OPPO.
Use your skills and individuality to communicate to management areas where operations/patient care can be improved.
Perform other duties as assigned in accordance with your position and qualifications.
You must make OPPO aware of your allergy or special needs.
Ensure client safety and security by supervising the home environment.
All employees are expected to conduct themselves as a representative of OPPO. This means behavior that may adversely impact company property, reputation, services or interfere with work will not be tolerated.
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and walking.
Able to carry bundles upstairs weighing up to 10 pounds
Ability to stoop and bend
Properly manage aggressive/non-compliant individuals and be able to implement prescribed behavioral programs.
Has the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, use mechanical lifts where required and transfer individuals correctly
Must be able to work in a smoke-free environment (smoking not allowed during client visits)
Benefits:
PTO for full-time employees
Mileage reimbursement program for private pay clients
Medical, Vision, Dental, and Health Savings Account
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt (hourly)
About the Company: OPPO was founded as Pristine Care at Home in 2016 to assist seniors and people with disabilities at home. Today, Pristine Care at Home is a part of the multistate OPPO brand whose mission is to attract and empower impactful people so that they can create safe, happy, and healthy opportunities for the elderly and people with varying levels of disabilities.