We can better understand stressors when we track our trigger points: common triggers are limited downtime, emotional or physical exhaustion, lack of sleep, and lack of support. Once a caregiver has a better understanding of what is causing the stress, he or she can customize a plan to relieve it.
August 21 marks National Senior Citizens Day, a special occasion dedicated to honoring and appreciating the senior members of our community.
A garden is a paradise for all the senses! The taste of a sun-warmed tomato, the cool feel of a watering can, the floral smell of roses, the view of a lush, green plant against a turquoise sky: so many pleasures for the home gardener and the sensory support it provides, a wonderfully satisfying space for people living with dementia too.
Home care agencies like ours are here to serve seniors, but we're equally dedicated to supporting their family members. This is called respite care, a home care service which provides temporary breaks for family caregivers.
The big picture of this position is to provide compassionate support to our clients and their families and assist with developing a plan of care to best meet our clients needs to help clients maintain and maximize the highest quality of life with services provided by At Home Senior Care and/or other community supports. Provide initial and on-going assessments and support to our clients and families specific to their needs and goals. To provide community and client development activity for specified territory and maintain a positive presence in the community for AHSC among providers and the greater referral network. Oversee and manage a team of caregivers in the delivery of quality home care services.
REPORTS TO: Director of Client Services
DIRECT REPORTS: Client & Caregiver Coordinator
INDIRECT REPORTS: Caregivers
This position would work primarily out of our Manchester Center and Bennington, VT offices. It is a fully benefited position with offer of health insurance, paid time off, bonuses based on performance, flexible work schedule, ability to work from home as job allows.
Minimum of three (3) years in a supervisory level position in health care, assisted living, home care or related setting preferred
Associate’s or Bachelor's Degree required, RN, LPN or Social Work preferred; willingness to obtain Aging Life Care certification within three (3) months of hire if not currently credentialed.
Be respectful and able to keep information confidential
Be dependable and capable of following through on commitments
Have a valid driver's license
Experience managing a diverse workforce with compassion and respectful accountability
Be able to lift up to 25 lbs. properly
Pass a qualifying background check and pre-hire reference checks
Adept with the use of the computer and computer software
Effective Oral and written communication
The Client Care Manager will embody the core values (Trust, Respect & Compassion) and mission of At Home Senior Care and be able to effectively describe the mission and services provided by At Home Senior Care. This job posting does not necessarily cover every task; additional responsibilities may be assigned, as necessary.
Actively oversee the care for clients receiving care management services (CSM) in the Northshire and Southshire territories. CSM services include but are not limited to: overseeing and escorting client, medical appointments, mediation management and oversight, coordination of care with outside providers and physicians, provide guidance and expertise regarding services needed and future planning.
Work with clients, their families and other agencies to develop an appropriate plan of care. Update plan of care as needed or required due to changing needs of client. Ensure all aspects of communication and care delivery are performed with respect and dignity for all involved and meeting AHSC’s commitment to quality and excellence. Establish and maintain effective relationships with families, clients, outside services providers and AHSC staff to ensure successful delivery of services and serve as point of contact for AHSC services provided.
Identify areas of service delivery that will help support clients and families such as Care Management, Assistive technology, and/or additional services. Educate clients and families on service options and implement as needed.
Prepare and maintain accurate records and documentation to meet current agency accreditation and/or policies and procedures.
Conduct on-going client service assessments as required by agency policies/expectations and requested by the Director of Client Services.
In collaboration with Caregiver Service Manager, conduct client/caregiver introductions for care management clients and with every new caregiver and assist with other client/caregiver Introductions as needed. Ensure all aspects of the Service Plan are being followed while visiting client and caregiver in the client's home. While in the home the CSM should also take steps to: maintain a safe environment, monitor cash expenditures and associated documentation, promote client well-being through CG education, collect and drop off necessary supplies and paperwork and generally ensure client expectations are being met.
quality support for clients and their families in the variety of issues that come up through phone calls and emails or in review meetings. Demonstrate AHSC’s commitment to excellence in these interactions.
Maintain all reporting requirements as set forth by agency policies. Build and maintain Care Management service hours to meet or exceed budgeted hours per billing period. Responsible to maintain billable hours and reach set goals defined by President/DOO/DCS.
Responsible for fostering referral accounts relationships and forging new relationships to support territory goals.
Gather and evaluate quality assurance surveys for all care management clients. Maintain positive Quality Assurance score for assigned territory.
Help maintain an environment of open communication, accountability and respect for each other while delivering excellent care to the families we serve.
Strive to improve the quality of elder care options to our clients and to continually improve the level of services offered by At Home Senior Care..
Participate in Manager on Duty weekend rotation as scheduled/needed.
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At Home Senior Care is a locally owned and operated organization where employees are valued and part of the solution every day.
Do you have professional outfits clogging up your closet though you retired a decade ago? What about papers? Are your college biology notes co-mingling with your will in a filing cabinet to which you've lost the key? It's time to declutter, and what better month to start than in January, the official "Get Organized" month!
November is laden with grateful thoughts as Thanksgiving serves as a reminder that there is always something to be thankful for. Some dispatches come to mind quickly: our family and loved ones, tasty meals, autumn skies, loyal pets, to name a few, but there's another category that deserves our attention yet often gets unintentionally overlooked when listing blessings in one's life. This is the family caregiver.
Did you know that about 1 in 3 adults serves as an informal caregiver to another adult, like an aging parent or disabled relative? Here are some other noteworthy facts from Caregiver.org about family caregivers:
• About 43.5 million people offer unpaid caregiving in the US
• About 15.7 million caregivers are helping someone with a memory illness
• About 75% of caregivers are females
• About 57% of caregivers perform clinical tasks
• The average caregiver is 49 years old
• Family caregivers spend 24.4 hours caregiving a week on average
• 40% of caregivers are in high-burden situations
Do you fit into these statistics? You balance your workday with check-ins on your elder Mom or Dad who live nearby, or you stop in every Saturday to help your neighbor manage his medications. There may be wounds on a loved one that need dressing, lawns that need mowing, and meals that require preparation. Although many family caregivers find the opportunity to care for a loved one a privilege, it can also be demanding. Over time, financial difficulties, limited personal free time, and lack of other caregiving options for a loved one can lead to caregiver burnout. Here are some tips on how to cope effectively:
-Ask for and accept help because even if only temporary, there may be others in your care circle willing to assist with tasks.
-Set realistic goals by considering saying “no” to extra requests and demands.
- Connect with others through support groups or friends who listen and understand.
-Make yourself a priority by ensuring you get enough sleep, exercise, and self-care. Don’t take short cuts on your health and wellness needs.
This article was written through our partnership with Clear Care.
