Personal Care Attendant

Circle Of Care Circle of Care Colorado is an In-Home Support Services (IHSS) agency assisting families in Colorado with providing a more comfortable, personal way to care for children with special needs within the comforts of home. Working with Circle of Care Colorado allows you the opportunity to select an attendant of your choice, or be your own child’s assigned IHSS caregiver.

Circle of Care Colorado is managed by a small team of compassionate professionals with over 30 years of experience in the healthcare field. When the most precious lives are on the line, Colorado families can count on Circle of Care to be an active partner in managing home health maintenance services.

Personal Care Attendant

Job Overview Job Description - Health Maintenance Attendant Reports To: Director of Clinical Services, Director of Operations, Supervisor

Supervises : NONE

Duties And Responsibilities Personal Care

• Assists the client with or provides personal care as assigned by the plan of care, including bathing, care of hair, skin, and mouth, toileting, dressing, transferring, and ambulation.
• Assists with mobility, positioning, and transfers in a safe manner that protects both the client and the employee.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to changes in the client's condition, reporting concerns promptly to the supervisor or manager.

Service Delivery & Scheduling

• Provides services when scheduled and communicates promptly to the Agency and client regarding any schedule changes.
• Accomplishes job responsibilities in a timely, safe, and professional manner.
• Participates in client case conferences according to Agency policy and procedures.

Documentation & Communication

• Documents activities performed in the client's home at the time of the visit.
• Documents client concerns and difficulties and reports the same to the supervisor or manager.
• Completes and submits all required paperwork accurately and on time.

Compliance & Professional Standards

• Represents the Agency in a professional manner and dresses appropriately for job duties.
• Maintains client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and Agency policy.
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook, Employee Agreement, or as communicated by the executive team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements Required

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, care plans, and procedure manuals
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, families, and Agency staff
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality in all aspects of job responsibilities
• Ability to solve practical problems and improvise in an unstructured home setting
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, clients, and supervisors
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and to perform physical tasks including sitting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and crouching
• Possession of a valid Colorado Driver's License with applicable car insurance, or reliable transportation to all accepted assignments

Preferred

• High school diploma preferred, GED accepted
• Verifiable work experience as a Personal Care Attendant or Personal Care Provider
• Prior experience in a home health care or IHSS setting
• Familiarity with Medicaid programs and IHSS services

EEO Statement Additional Job Description Information MGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.