After a long break from working as a caregiver how does one prepare to return to work? First we have ensure that your CPR, HHA certification, DSP certification, and other equivalent certifications are still valid. This initially gets inspected by the agency. Ensure you are knowledgeable in your profession and review all notes from your formal training days. This knowledge will be required of you on your first day. Also ensure your smart phone is working, car is working, you have a valid driver's license, clothing that is appropriate and a great attitude.
The next step is to ensure that your references are current and active. For references you need two names and numbers. References can be other caregivers, supervisors, managers, business owners, teachers, or clients. Also update your resume. If it has been a while since your last position as caregiver take a class in caregiving or equivalent certification. Update your documentation prior to applying for work as a caregiver. This can require getting in touch with the agency you worked for to acquire more information on the certification expiration dates and other information like references.
The last step is ensuring your are prepared for your BCI background check that is required once a year for your caregiver application. This is something you can do on your own or you can apply to an agency that covers the BCI like Champion Care. The costs are about 40.00 dollars for this digital finger print check that ensures you are eligible for work. There are some violations that will prevent you from working as a caregiver this include vehicular assault and other similar violations. Please check the list of violations at https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-administrative-code/rule-3701-13-05 to verify your eligibility to work. There are other database checks that need to be performed and can be viewed here: https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-administrative-code/rule-3701-60-05.
In conclusion the caregiving field is a rewarding career filled with both challenges and victories. This industry is on the rise and will continue to rise over the next decade opening up opportunities for many people to reach new highs as caregiver. At Champion Care we are hiring new employees and want you to apply using the tabs apply for work button that takes you to an application where you can apply. It can all start here for you so take a chance at a new career and apply today! Always remember to remain safe by washing your hands, staying home if sick, use the correct PPE, and only using the labeled containers and bottles.