Caregiver, In Home Support Service (IHSS) Attendant

Applications due by October 13, 2025

OBJECTIVE:

 To increase the quality of life through promotion of independence within the home by assisting with personal care, health maintenance activities and homemaker services.

Perform direct care services to client as directed by client and IHSS Nurse.

Pay: $17 per hour

This Part Time job is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Flexible Spending Accounts, and several voluntary supplemental benefit offerings.  In addition, these positions are eligible for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, holiday, floating holiday, jury duty and bereavement leave.

 QUALIFICATIONS

A High School Diploma or GED.

 A valid Colorado driver’s license or ID, without a history of violations with current automobile insurances on the vehicle if ever transporting client is also required.

If you have an out of state driver’s license you must obtain a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment.

It is required to have a Smart Phone to utilize YLYW’s telephony system to clock in and out when providing services. 

As a caregiver that also handles very confidential information the candidate may be disqualified if they have a criminal record for illegal drug use or sale, financial fraud, identity theft, physical abuse, crimes involving violence and/or theft.

The specifics of the offense will be considered, including how long ago the offense took place (see specifics below

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES 

Geriatric, medical and/or home care experience is a plus.

It is preferred that the incumbent can interact and work cooperatively and effectively with consumers, coworkers, supervisors, family members, and community referral sources.

The incumbent must be able to perform general homemaking skills, demonstrate customer service skills, make common sense decisions and perform duties as required.

The incumbent must also communicate effectively, conduct self in a professional manner and maintain a professional appearance that enhances the firm’s reputation.

The incumbent must respect confidentiality of the client. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS     

 Client Care

 The IHSS Attendant will plan with the client on how best to carry out the required tasks and functions, organize the tasks within the care plan and perform the care plan tasks; {i.e.

personal care, health maintenance activities and homemaker tasks}.

and keep appropriate records, assist with activities, meals and snacks and communicate with medical and other professionals and caregivers to implement necessary changes, confirm treatment or handle emergencies.

The incumbent will recognize the importance of a clean, healthy environment in performing household task; take measures to keep the home in a safe condition and respect the confidentiality of the client. 

Client/Program Tracking and Reporting 

The IHSS Attendant wi...