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Join an empowered team that is making a difference in our community!

Are you passionate about Inclusion and looking for a way to make a difference? Are you interested in being part of a team that feels like the family you choose? Would you like your work to be meaningful in such a way that you get to see the good that you are doing? If so, you should check us out! Is this the place for you?

PROVAIL has an exciting opportunity for a Home Care Assistant to join our team! This position provides a variety of caregiving assistance directly to clients in their residences and in the community. This position serves seniors and adults with disabilities. We have immediate opening for a part time position supporting individuals in Monroe. We offer flexible work schedules that may include weekends, holidays, evenings, and overnight shifts. Opportunities are available to move into regular full or part time positions!

About Us

PROVAIL was founded in 1942 by parents of children with cerebral palsy. They created some of the first community services for individuals with cerebral palsy and other severe disabilities in the area. Our mission is supporting people with disabilities to fulfill their life choices. We help people decide how they want to live their life in the community and then provide the support services they need to act on those choices. We are one of the state's largest private, multi-service agencies dedicated to meeting the needs of children and adults with all types of disabilities.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay, $21.25-$24.15 per hour, DOE
• Flexible work options
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Referral bonus program

Additional benefits are available after eligibility criteria has been met for those that move into a regular full or part time position such as: generous paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance with highly subsidized employer contribution for full time employees, HRA and FSA.

What you may do:

• Provide life enrichment activities and companion care.
• Engage with clients by providing social and emotional support and companionship while making client safety and enjoyment a priority at all times.
• Menu plan, provide shopping assistance, prepare meals, and help with feeding.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks.
• Provide medication assistance and record keeping.
• Assist clients with ADLs/IADL in a home setting.
• Manage client schedules / calendars.
• Transport clients to medical or other appointments, shopping, and recreational activities in clients or our own personal vehicle.
• Promptly report concerns about client abuse, neglect, or mistreatment in a prompt and appropriate manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you'll bring:

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Registered Nursing Assistant (NAR) and one year experience in Caregiving is preferred.
• Ability to work 1:1 with clients with little or no supervision.
• Ability to read and comprehend training material, policies and procedures, client programs and other written materials related to the position.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, co-workers, health care professionals, families and others, as required, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to follow care plans.
• Organizational skills, reliability, and professionalism.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Must be able to perform frequent lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Due to contractual requirements, all staff must successfully undergo a Washington State DSHS background check.

Additional preferred licenses and certifications:

• Certified Nursing Assistant (NAC) or Home Care Aid (HCA) Certification
• Nurse Delegation certificate
• CPR card
• Food handler permit
• Reliable transportation and ability to drive for work including a valid driver's license in good standing and proof of auto insurance is required for those whose duties require transportation of assigned clients.

COVID-19 VACCINATION POLICY

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required or an approved accommodation request prior to starting work.

PROVAIL is committed to diversity & inclusion and continually working to build an organizational culture and climate in which every voice is valued, staff have a sense of belonging and connection with one another and to the organization, and staff feel empowered to do their best work. We specifically encourage people of color, individuals who identify as LGBTQ and individuals with disabilities to apply for this position.

PROVAIL is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Similar job titles: NAR, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Home Care Aide, Nursing Assistant

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Monroe, WA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)