The In-Home Respite Worker assists family members in maintaining the consumer at home. This includes relieving family members from basic self-help needs and other activities of daily living, including interaction, socialization, and continuation of daily routines that family members would ordinarily perform and/or facilitate.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintains confidentiality of all clients
- Performs duties and procedures, as assigned/directed, in an accurate and timely manner
- Safeguards the client/patient by observing appropriate infection control procedures, including, but not limited to Universal Precautions
- Notifies the Company office of any abnormal findings or conditions
- Adheres to standards and procedures of the Company’s In-Home Respite Services
- Arrives at the client’s home on time, and leaves when shift schedule is complete
- Represents Companion Services with a positive image at all times
- Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability when meeting needs
- Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
- Education and experience in related duties preferred
- TB screening, if applicable
- Community CPR training and First Aid Training required (see Lanterman Act, Title 17)
- Strong telephone and communication skills
- Valid Driver’s license if required to drive
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- May not be a parent, stepparent, or legal guardian of the consumer
- Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the
- English language may be required
- Computer proficiency required
- Must be at least 18 years of age
About Maxim Healthcare Services
Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.
Maxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
