Neighbor Caregiver (Lvl 1 Support)

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“Neighbors” employed by A Good Neighbor, Inc. (AGN) are non-certified caregivers that have evidence of life experience, prior work experience, or education in the field of home care.  Neighbors provide varying levels of at-home or in-residence care to elderly, physically or temporarily disabled individuals who request  companion services, home care services, errands and transportation, assistance with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, feeding, etc.) for clients/members. Geographic areas served include Prince George’s County and Southern Montgomery County in Maryland, with planned expansion to additional counties.  

Education and Experience  

a. Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent    

b. First Aid and CPR (may be completed after initial hiring)  

c. Work or life experience: experience in caregiving for an elder or other family/friends, household management skills including activity planning, cooking and meal planning and preparation, use of appliances, knowledge of basic home safety information, organizational needs, etc.   

d. Complete in-service educational requirements offered in order to improve caregiving knowledge, skills, and behaviors (ongoing during employment) 

e. Maturity and evidence of sound judgment, courtesy, and professionalism  

Background, Health, and Physical Requirements  

a. Must be a US Citizen or eligible to work in the US.  

b. Criminal Background Screening—A criminal history background is completed on hire and updated periodically. 

c. Credential Verification—All current certifications, registrations or licenses, as applicable, are verified and copies of certificates obtained, if issued. 

d. Reference Check—A minimum of three satisfactory work references, written and/or verbal. An employment verification, education reference, or personal reference may be used in place of a work reference when reasonable   

e. Motor Vehicle Record Check—copy of current driver’s license and proof of car insurance is required to check driving record on hire and periodically thereafter. 

f. Communicable Disease Screening—a physician’s statement stating that the employee is free from signs and symptoms of communicable disease is obtained. 

g. Certificate of good health or letter from a physician including a negative TB test, free of communicable disease, and Hepatitis series (or a letter of declination).  

h. Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, climb stairs or ladders, reach with hands and arms, talk, hear, and see.  

i. Must be able to walk with normal gait, push client/member in wheelchair, assist with client/member exercises, assist client/member to bathroom and elsewhere, bear weight (leaning or holding) of 120 lbs for short periods of time, stand for extended periods of time.   

j. Must have current driver’s license, own vehicle with registration and proof of insurance, and be willing to use said vehicle for errands and transportation for care recipient.  

Communication Skills  

a. Must use English and speak in a way that clients/members will be able to understand.    

b. Proper grammar and language use in verbal (including telephone) and written communication (skill in note taking and correspondence) is essential and required.  Speak slowly and patiently.    

c. Must be able to read aloud in a smooth and comprehensible manner.  

d. Must have excellent listening skills and the ability to organize daily activities and errands for a care recipient.  

e. Communication and courtesy with other caregivers to ensure continuity of care.  

f. Ability to collaborate and communicate with supervisor or owners of AGN, client/member, and family of client/member with regards to best care for client/member.  

g. Must have access to a smart phone device with email and the ability to download applications.   

Abilities  

a. Must dress in a professional, conservative manner as suggested by the wishes of the client/member and the policies suggested by AGN.   

b. Must maintain a neat and clean vehicle if used for client/member transport.  

c. Must demonstrate effective initiative, monitoring, and follow-up skills.  

d. Time management, detail-oriented ability is essential.  

e. Demonstrate household management skills including meal planning and preparation, use of appliances, knowledge of basic home safety information, and organizational skills.  

f. Record daily activities and menus in the Care Notebook provided for each client/member.  

Additional Requirements  

a. Willingness to be a team player and be willing to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays (when needed) and consider as needed assignments when necessary.  

b. Willingness to participate in the activities of AGN including occasional conferences or meetings within the community.   

c. Sign employment documents which include  1) a non-compete clause preventing solicitation of and/or working independently or privately for clients/members and their families, 2) agreement not to disclose proprietary information that is the property of AGN, and, 3) provide identification documents, etc.