Student: Care Assistant Independence Assistance
Full Time
Job Title
Student: Care Assistant Independence Assistance
Requisition Number
SE04066
Department Name
3J5SE: Student Employment
Work Location
Lexington, KY
On Campus/Off Campus
Off Campus
Salary Range
$15.00 - $21.00 per hour
Type of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Preferred Education/Experience
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Caregiving: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: On the road
4-40
Hours per Week
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Morning shift
Weekends as needed
Shift availability:
Day Shift (Required)
Job Summary
You must be a current UK student to apply to this position. This position is located off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.
Locally owned and operated since 2012, Independence Assistance is a Personal Service Agency that provides at-home care for individuals with needs stemming from disability or aging to keep them safe and independent at home. We are committed to helping our clients remain independent at home in the Bluegrass. We work in 19 different counties throughout Central Kentucky, and we are dedicated to helping individuals and families. Our services range from housekeeping, personal care, escort/transportation services, medication reminders, shopping, respite/companionship, and memory care.
Job Purpose
As a professional Care Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting individuals in their home to attain personal outcomes and desires by establishing a positive and respectful relationship with each individual served.
Benefits
Our Care Assistants receive professional and competitive pay for professional work.
Up to $21/hour for qualified individuals
Mileage reimbursement
Paid time from your home to first client
Paid travel time
Paid time off (up to 40 hours if applicable)
Health insurance
Matching retirement
Flexible schedule
Paid on-site training
Essential Functions
Assist with client’s personal care needs such as bathing, dressing, grooming, etc. Provide companionship care for elderly clients in their own homes
Transport clients to and from appointments
Provide or assist in light housekeeping, including meal preparation, laundry and grocery shopping
Maintain high degree of client confidentiality at all times due to sensitive information
Complete mandatory training as assigned
Maintain regular and consistent attendance
Independence Assistance proudly serves clients in the following counties:
Fayette, Scott, Clark, Estill, Madison, Franklin, Woodford, Harrison, Nicholas, Montgomery, Powell, Bourbon, Wolfe, Boyle, Casey, Lincoln, Stanford, Garrard, Mercer, Anderson
NOTE: This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to act as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required of personnel. Attendance is an essential function of the job, required of personnel.
Independence Assistance does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Deadline to Apply
10/27/2024
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Anticipated Start Date
09/23/2024
