Must demonstrate and maintain any required competency • Able to speak, read and write in English • Be honest, self-directed, possess initiative, display good judgment and a positive attitude toward daily activities • Have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in written work • Be able to work cooperatively and in a productive manner with organization’s employees, clients, customers and the general public • Maintain satisfactory standing with the Adult Abuse Registry, Child Abuse & Neglect Registry, Vermont Criminal Information Center and OIG • Be free from the illegal use and effects of drugs and alcohol in the workplace • Be able to carry out the functions of this job without risk of harm to the health and safety of self and others • Hold a valid driver’s license and have a reliable, registered vehicle with insurance as required by the organization, and appropriate to position. Traveling required 2. May work in community based settings, and clients’ homes and outdoors 3. May work during non-business hours 4. May experience: • Hostile and emotionally upset clients, family members, visitors and staff • Stress due to a demanding profession • An exposure to blood-borne pathogens • A variety of environmental exposures such as inclement weather, animals, firearms, tobacco use, dust, and other client based activities and preferences The UVM Health Network - Home Health & Hospice helps people live their fullest lives by providing innovative, compassionate care wherever they call home.