Part-Time Homecare Aide- Health And Human Services (0624)

Nature of Work

At Coconino County, public service matters. Our dedication to public service promotes a culture that elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration, and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations. As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.

Under supervision performs social or health service work of routine difficulty in providing in-home services, transportation services, or delivering "meals on wheels" to eligible clients.

Typical Duties

(Illustrative Only)

• Provides assistance to eligible clients which may include household duties, chores and errands in the community, transporting passengers to appointments

• Reports unusual circumstances or problems observed with clients

• May handle small amounts of money for client shopping and laundry

• May handle donations

• May provide social and emotional support and services as an advocate for recognized client needs

Essential functions include but not limited to: standing; walking; pushing/pulling up to 20 lbs for bed making, mopping, sweeping and vacuuming; lifting up to 40 lbs for lifting laundry, small appliances/furniture and patient transfers; working with and around others; and repetitive motion (hand-wrist).

Minimum Qualifications

One year experience in assigned area; OR

Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Final job offer will be contingent upon a satisfactory 5-year Arizona Motor Vehicle Report.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Meals on Wheels Drivers must have Food handler's certificate.

Home Care and Respite Aides must acquire first aide and CPR certification within six months of employment. May need to be certified in the State of Arizona as a Nurse Aide; may be fingerprinted as a condition of employment.

PREFERENCE:Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Navajo

This position is safety sensitive.

This position is non-exempt from overtime.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of:

• Basic health care practices

• Personal care techniques and transferring abilities

• Needs and problems of disabled, elderly and low-income individuals

• Available community services

• Geriatrics

• Knowledge of health codes relating to assigned area

• Safe driving techniques, including traffic and safety rules

• Routine vehicle maintenance

• Geographic area in and around Flagstaff and/or Page or Williams, AZ

Skill in:

• Record keeping

• Proper lifting techniques

• Operating a vehicle in adverse weather conditions

Ability to:

• Effectively handle lifting of up to fifty pounds

• Maintain patience in adverse situations

• Demonstrate emotional maturity

• React to client crises by calling 9-1-1, Adult Protective Services or case manager as required by the situation

• Handle and record cash and check donations

• Apply basic safety methods for staff and client

• Recognize and report patient's health status

• Work with culturally diverse population

• Provide transportation service to the public, including elderly and handicapped individuals

• Recognize hazardous driving conditions

• Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public

• Follow written and verbal instructions

• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.