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OPPO Caregiver For Seniors in Denver, Colorado

Summary: Caregivers 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 caregiver 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.

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,

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