DYNAMIC OPPORTUNITY - AUGUSTA AREA PSS CAREGIVERS $22/HR

D&C Home Care has a DYNAMIC FULL-TIME OPPORTUNITY IN THE AUGUSTA/HALLOWELL AREA! We are seeking a PSS caregiver who lives in the Augusta/Hallowell area to work with a client who has dementia in Hallowell. PSS Caregiver rate starts at $22 per hour. Daytime weekend availability is preferred. NOW OFFERING: Industry leading pay, starting at $22 per hour*, plus weekend differential. Quarterly Attendance Bonus Stellar benefits package** Weekly Pay Flexible Work Schedule REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or equivalent. Current PSS certification preferred. One to two years related experience or equivalent. Must be a reliable, compassionate individual who is comfortable working with the elderly population. Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Basic computer skills are required. Able to work collaboratively using tact, diplomacy, and discipline. Strong documentation skills. Must be able to lift, push, and pull light to moderate loads. Ability to understand and adhere to established policies, procedures, and protocols. Ability to work independently and as a member of a care team. Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Following the client’s plan of care, assists with/attends to patient’s ADLs including but not limited to bathing and/or assisting with oral hygiene and skin care; shampooing; changing bed linens; assisting with ambulation and prescribed exercises; light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, transportation, and errands. Provides teaching and emotional support to patients and families. Observes patient’s physical and emotional status; takes action in emergency situations. Reports all observed or stated patient changes to supervisor. Prepares timely and complete documentation of all care provided utilizing our care management software (Alayacare). Recognizes limitations in providing care and performs prescribed duties as allowed by law. Exhibits a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals. WHO WE ARE: D&C Home Care Company has been Maine’s largest, in-home elder care agency since 2005. We offer a wide range of non-medical, in-home care solutions, from full personal care and safe-discharge options, to companion visits and errand runs. We proudly serve Penobscot County, York County, Cumberland County, Midcoast Maine, and Central Maine. From industry-leading pay and stellar benefits, to convenient weekly pay periods and flexible work hours, we strive to be one of the best places to work in Maine, and invite you to join our team today! Employment is contingent upon a clean criminal background and driving record check. Pay is based on availability and experience ** Benefits, such as medical, dental, short-term disability, Employee Earned Leave (EEL) and a retirement plan are available to eligible employees