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JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE OF POSITION: Personal Caregiver (PC)

LINES OF AUTHORITY: This position reports directly to the House Manager(s).

POSITION SUMMARY: This position is located at one of TRH Behavioral Care Homes’ residential facilities. A Personal Caregiver is responsible for the direct care of clients who require personal care services including compliance with the policy and procedure manual, house rules and schedules, addressing the individual needs of the clients throughout the shift, transportation to and from activities/appointments, assisting the clients with the self-administration of their medications, participating in the admission/discharge of clients, conducting community meetings and daily groups,

completed daily progress notes, understanding and following clients’ treatment plans, assisting clients with the daily upkeep of their bedroom and bathroom, assisting clients with daily cleaning duties, and providing personal caregiving services, as defined by the policy and procedure manual. Personal caregiving services can include, but are not limited to, skin maintenance, hydration, incontinence

care, bathing/showering, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, mobility, bed-making, laundry, and vital sign checks.

Non-exempt (Hourly Pay Rate)

Full-Time □ Part-Time □ On-Call □

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Assist with the admission and discharge process of clients

 Complies with the house schedules, company rules, and the company’s policies and

procedures

 Assists clients in the self-administration of their medications

 Responsible for conducting community meetings and groups

 Responsible for providing personal caregiving services within the scope of your certification

 Responsible for implementing the daily activity and house schedules

 Transport clients to scheduled program activities/events, outings, medical/dental

appointments, local agencies associated with their treatment plan, and when applicable

unscheduled activities that arise

 Responsible to participate and provide oversight in all transportation venues outside of the

home

 Responsible for the safety of the clients and house

 Responsible for documenting daily progress notes on all clients assigned

 Responsible for protecting client rights, confidentiality of the client, and medical records

 Notify supervisor in the event of a safety and/or clinical issue requiring immediate attention

 Responsible for ensuring the clients follow their individual daily schedule

 Assisting clients in exercise/wellness activities (i.e. walks in the neighborhood)

 Assisting clients with daily living skills when applicable

 Knowledge of CPR as evidenced by annual training certification

 Knowledge of First Aid as evidenced by annual training certification

 Responsible for implementing the Safety/Disaster Plan when applicable

 Responsible for completing an Incident Report and Accident Report when indicated

 Responsible for successfully completing job specific and annual trainings as indicated in the

Training Plan

 Responsible for abiding by the Code of Ethics and conducting yourself in a professional

manner

 Responsible for providing at least a two week notice when requesting vacation time

 Responsible for calling in sick 8 hours prior to your scheduled time to work

 Responsible for covering schedule changes when available

 Other duties as assigned

PRIMARY CONTACTS BOTH INTERNAL & PUBLIC:

 Family Members and Significant Others

 Case Managers

 Community Stake Holders (i.e. T/RBHA’s, contractors, etc.)

 All levels of Internal Staff

 Clinical Director

 Company Administrators

 Clinical Contractors

POSITION REQUISITES:

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS:

 High School Diploma or GED Certificate (prefer at least one year of behavior health field experience)

 At least 21 years of age

 Current Certification in Personal Caregiving Services

PHYSICAL and MENTAL ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

 Be able to lift at least 25 pounds

 Be able to drive the company vehicles

 Be able to complete required trainings and meetings as scheduled

 Be able to physically perform the primary responsibilities within the defined working

conditions as evidenced by a physical exam prior to being hired

 Be able to provide a current TB test prior to being hired

 Be able to respond to emergencies as directed

OTHER CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES NOT INCLUDED ABOVE:

 Current CPR Training Certification

 Current First Training Certification

 Valid Drivers License

 Current Fingerprint Clearance Card

LEVEL OF CONFIDENTIALITY: Under Federal Confidentiality Laws, employees of this agency may not disclose information about clients or employees to anyone outside this organization without the persons prior written consent and may not disclose this information to persons within this Agency except on a need-to-know basis. This includes any identifying information concerning current, past, or prospective clients or employees.

WORKING CONDITIONS & EQUIPMENT OPERATIONS:

 Able to use computer, fax machine, scanner, printer, and telephone

 Able to create and edit daily Progress Notes and MARS as instructed without error

 Able to drive a facility vehicle

 Able to use standard kitchen and laundry equipment

 Able to remain standing on feet for long periods of time

 Able to type and compose assigned documents

 Requires going in and out of the facility several times a day

 Assist in grocery shopping and putting individual client’s food in their specific containers

 Physically, mentally, and actively participate with the clients in indoor/outdoor activities

such as gardening, seasonal outdoor activities, taking walks, community activities, etc.