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Job Summary:
The Co-Employment Direct Support Professional Caregiver provides direct care and support to individuals with disabilities or those requiring assistance with daily living activities. In a co-employment model, caregivers are jointly employed by both the individual/family receiving services and the agency providing oversight. This arrangement ensures collaborative management, training, and supervision while honoring the client’s autonomy and choice in selecting their caregiver.
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Duties/Responsibilities:
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Demonstrates ability to read, write, acknowledge and adhere to all Vista Care policies and procedures.
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Assists individuals with activities of daily living (ADLs), including personal hygiene, grooming, bathing, dressing, toileting, and mobility, etc.
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Supports individuals with Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs), such as meal preparation, medication reminders, housekeeping, and transportation.
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Provide companionship and promote community involvement and social engagement.
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Follows individualized support plans (ISPs) and documents care provided in accordance with Vista Care and state requirements.
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Maintain clear and respectful communication with the individual supported, family members, and agency staff .
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Required to report changes in individual health, behavior, or environment promptly to the supervising case manager.
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Attends required training sessions and maintains compliance with Vista Care and state caregiver requirements.
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Adheres to all confidentiality, privacy, and safety standards (HIPAA etc.).
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Participates in regular performance evaluations conducted by both the agency and the individual/family representative, as applicable.
Co-Employment Structure and Work Arrangement:
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The individual or their representative is involved in selecting and managing the caregiver's day-to-day duties and schedule.
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Vista Care as the Agency, provides training, payroll, and ensures compliance with labor laws and care regulations.
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The caregiver may receive supervision, support, and feedback from both the client/family and the agency.
GENERAL:
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