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Matrix Human Services Home/Direct Care Worker in Detroit, Michigan
Matrix Human Services is Educating Children, Supporting Families and Rebuilding Neighborhoods in Detroit.
THE IMPACT YOU WILL BE A PART OF WITH JOINING MATRIX
- Over 30 program locations throughout Detroit and surrounding areas
- 20,000+ individuals benefiting from Matrix services every year
- The largest Head Start Program in the city of Detroit
- The largest HIV treatment and prevention program in Detroit
- After school youth services and academic enrichment
- Workforce Development and Financial Literacy Programs
- Housing Education and Home Buying Assistance
- Healthy Senior Living Program
*RECOGNITION FOR DEI. *Received Diversity Champion Award from Corp! in 2021. CEO, Brad Coulter honored by Crain's as one of 2021's most Notable Executives in DEI.
CORE VALUES:
- Positive Attitude
- Always Learning
- Results Through Accountability
- Building Relationships
JOB SUMMARY/ACCOUNTIBILITY:
Home Care Workers perform in-home caregiver assistance with activities of daily living (ADL) and routine household tasks to maintain an adequate living environment for older individuals with functional limitations.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Light housekeeping tasks that include, but are not limited to vacuuming, dusting, washing floors, cleaning bathrooms, washing dishes, and making beds
- Perform grocery shopping and prepare meal, if requested by client?
- Handle laundry at a Laundromat or the home
- If assigned a client approved for personal care services, provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADL) for an individual client including assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring, eating and ambulation
- Daily documentation of client services and submission of monthly reports in a timely manner
- Participate in staff meetings and other meetings as required
- Enhance professional growth and development through in-service training and educational programs
- Adhere to Matrix Human Services policies, procedures, objectives
- Promote Matrix values by demonstrating behaviors supportive of a commitment to quality, client and agency confidentiality, community welfare, respect for clients and co-workers, teamwork, open and effective communication, innovation and education, and efficient and effective resource use
- Performs other duties as assigned
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or GED; Certified Nursing Assistant (CAN) preferable
- Home Care Workers who are assigned the responsibility of performing personal care services must be trained for each task to be performed and must have completed a recognized nurse aide training course
- Previous experience performing caregiver tasks, previous experience working with the elderly?
- Valid driver's license, good driving record, and auto insurance; reliable transportation is required
- Strong work ethic and commitment to quality services for older adults
- A health exam, drug screening; driving record check and police clearance are required
- Knowledge of good housekeeping techniques?
- Skills in operating equipment such as a vacuum, washing machine/dryer, dishwasher and mop
WORKING AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Work is performed in a senior facility and/or in a senior's home. Because work is performed in the residence of the client, it is common to drive to several locations, sometimes in inclement weather.
CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENT AND ETHICAL CONDUCT:
All staff will use data to help achieve program goals; apply techniques and strategies that promote a culture o