Job Description

Pay and Benefits:

We believe that our Caregivers are the heart of our business. Without you, we couldn’t build meaningful relationships with our clients, put a smile on their face, or be the highlight of their day. It is hard to put a price on helping others, but we know how important you are and value the impact you would make day in and day out for our clients. In taking this position, you would receive:

• Competitive pay
  • Pay may vary by location, level of training and type of shift
• Flexible schedules (Shifts can be arranged to fit your schedule)
• Medical discounts, including free dental cleanings 
• 401 (k) retirement plan
• Bi-weekly pay
• Mobile clock in/out
• Work close to home (Serve seniors in your own community)
• Ongoing PAID training and development
  • A "library" of senior care reference materials and resources in the office and online
  • On-the-job training for unique client situations
• Make a difference, develop meaningful relationships and meet new people
• Give back to those who need you most (our clients need you now more than ever before!)
• Paid mileage while driving for your clients
• Extremely positive work environment
• Access to leadership 24/7
• Recognition, celebrations and great team interactions!

In this role, we stand prepared to equip you with the right skills as you care for our vulnerable population of seniors and adults with disabilities.

What You’ll Do and Who You Are:

There are a few character traits you should have from the get-go to be a successful Right at Home employee. We have a great work culture at Right at Home and look for people with a similar mindset:

You’re the honest, likable, energetic and approachable type, and are able to get along and verbally communicate easily with people at all levels. You listen well, have great decision making skills and are passionate about your customer focus. You’re never short of a smile and take real pride in your work by being resourceful, accountable, and adaptable, and you cope well under pressure, take initiative and thrive on a challenge. Integrity is one of your core values as you do not ethically cut corners. You make a great first impression as you are professional and kind in your demeanor and approach.

You don’t mind getting a little dirty. This could include (but is not limited to) assisting the patient with activities of daily living such as providing assistance with personal hygiene (toileting, bathing, care of mouth, skin and hair), ambulation, eating, dressing, shaving, light housekeeping, and other household chores, scheduling and driving to appointments, medication reminders or medication administration.

You don’t have to be a gourmet chef but you can prepare a good meal and work your way around a kitchen.

You are able to perform other assigned activities which are taught by a nurse, for a specific client, which includes but is not limited to:

• Assisting with the change of ostomy appliances
• Reinforcement of dressings (non-sterile)
• Assisting with the use of devices for aid in daily living (cane, walker, wheelchair or lift device)
• Assisting with prescribed range of motion exercises
• Assisting with self-administered simple urine tests for sugar acetone or albumin (may not interpret results)
• Measuring and preparing special diets
• Measuring intake and output
• Taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure)
• Application of an external catheter
• Assisting with application of arm sling, arm splint or leg splint

Must Haves:

• High school degree and/or a G.E.D. certificate
• Some caregiving experience
• Must have a sympathetic attitude toward the care of the sick, and ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job
• Meets the requirements for employees providing direct client care
• Read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job
• Have a valid driver’s license, and use of automobile for work, as well as proof of insurance
• Able to pass an extensive criminal background check as well as fingerprinting as required per the state of Oregon

Why Right at Home?

We truly believe that where you work matters, and as a company that believes in improving the lives of those we serve, we think we know a thing or two about what makes our employees happy.

Here is what our employees say about us:

“I like Right at Home because the office is very reactive and helpful.” - Carrie
“They are super considerate and good at communicating.” - Lauren
“They are really nice people. They are respectful. It's good work. They worked with my schedule when other places wouldn't.” - Janel
 

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees.