What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver / CNA position at ABOUT YOU SITTING SERVICE?
Are you a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or caregiver looking for an opportunity to truly make a difference? We are seeking skilled and caring professionals to provide high-quality support to elderly clients in the Tangipahoa and St. Tammany Parish areas. Whether in their homes or in a facility, our goal is to ensure seniors receive the respect, comfort, and assistance they deserve. With flexible scheduling and both day and night shifts available, we can help you find a routine that fits your lifestyle.
As a valued member of our team, you will play a vital role in enhancing the well-being of our clients. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, personal hygiene, ambulation, and repositioning. You will also help ensure proper nutrition and hydration while providing therapeutic baths, ice packs, and dressing changes as needed. Monitoring and recording vital health information, such as food intake and urinary or fecal output, will be essential, along with effectively communicating observations.
This role requires experience using a Hoyer lift and working with individuals who have dementia . Many of our clients require specialized care, and we need caregivers who are patient, attentive, and confident in assisting with mobility and memory-related conditions. Beyond physical support, your companionship and emotional encouragement will help create a safe, nurturing environment where clients feel comfortable and valued.
To be successful in this role, applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, CNA certification (if applicable), current CPR certification, and basic computer skills . Strong communication skills are essential, as you will be interacting with clients, families, and healthcare professionals. A calm and professional demeanor is necessary, especially in fast-paced or high-pressure situations.
We appreciate and reward the dedication of our caregivers with competitive pay and benefits. CNAs earn between $13-14 per hour for private clients and $16-19 per hour for facility work, while non-certified caregivers earn $12-13 per hour for private clients. Employees working 35 hours per week qualify for health insurance after 90 days. Weekly pay is offered to provide financial stability.
If you have a passion for helping others and experience with Hoyer lifts and dementia care, we would love to have you on our team. Apply today and become part of a compassionate organization that values both its clients and caregivers.
As part of our commitment to providing a safe and secure environment, we conduct background checks and drug screenings on all prospective employees. These screenings are essential to ensuring that our workplace remains a safe, productive, and positive environment for everyone.
By applying for a position with About You In Home Care you acknowledge and consent to the following :
Background Check : You agree to undergo a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, verification of your employment history, education, criminal record, and any other relevant information that may be deemed necessary to assess your suitability for the position.
Drug Screening : You consent to participate in a drug screening test, which may be conducted prior to employment and / or periodically during your employment. This test will check for the presence of illegal substances or substances that may impair your ability to perform your job safely and effectively.
Confidentiality : All information obtained from the background check and drug screening will be treated as confidential and will only be used for the purpose of evaluating your eligibility for employment.
Right to Decline : You have the right to decline to undergo the background check and drug screening. However, please be aware that declining may result in the withdrawal of your application or termination of your employment offer
Accuracy of Information : It is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided during the application process is accurate and complete. Any falsification, omission, or misrepresentation may result in the denial of employment or termination if discovered after employment has commenced.
Legal Compliance : Our background checks and drug screenings are conducted in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. We are committed to ensuring that these processes are fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory.
Salary : $12 - $13
