JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for providing personal care and designated health-related services designed to maintain the client s physical and emotional well-being for those clients receiving services through our agency. This position assists clients with tasks of daily living as indicated on the Service Agreement and other services as delegated by the RN. SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: This position requires the incumbent to: Possess a sensitivity and aptitude for working with the elderly. Prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently. Possess skills to communicate effectively with clients, families, staff and other customers. Possess the ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence and documentation, including medical terminology, in English. Be punctual with a good attendance record. Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills. Understand how to use, carry and be responsible for the cell phone while on duty. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND TASKS: Medications Medication reminders only Provide personal and direct care to clients Assist clients with activities of daily living as indicated on their individual service agreement (including, but not limited to dressing, showering, grooming, toilet assistance light housekeeping, meal preparation, errands, companionship, medication reminders). Assist clients with personal laundry duties. Maintain a clean and healthy environment. Promote independence, not dependence, with clients offering choices and fostering self-help skills. Perform routine procedures as delegated by the RN Supervisor. Documenting and reporting Document any changes in clients condition. Report these changes to the RN Supervisor. Completes incident reports according to policy. Understands procedures regarding assisted living tasks and charting procedures when performing these tasks. Recognizing abnormal signs and symptoms, or changes in clients condition. Documenting duties completed with clients on the service delivery record during each shift. Complete essential paperwork Filing papers in clients charts as needed. Reviewing and signing all new clients plan of care/ weekly service record and changes in current clients plan of care. Checking outgoing US mailbox, collecting US mail delivered and distributing US mail and in-house mail to the clients. Other documentation as assigned and/ or needed. Knowledge and compliance with state regulations Understand and adhere to the Vulnerable Adult and abuse policy, Bill of Rights and HIPPA. Works to assure the agency is in compliance with federal, state and local standards and regulations. Complete a minimum of eight (8) hours of documented training. Be up-to-date with completing Mantoux tests or chest x-rays. Activity Programming Socialize with clients and incorporate new ideas and client suggestions into programming. Participate and function effectively as a team member Communicate information regarding clients care needs and changes to the team and families. Be compassionate and work with tact and ethical awareness. Be flexible and adaptable to changing situations. Responds appropriately to safety hazards, fire, weather or emergency situations. Follow through promptly on requested duties. Provide on-the-job training for new associates. Must be mature and emotionally stable using a calm and kind tone of voice. The ability to remain calm in difficult or unusual circumstances.