What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver position at Alicia Ford?
I am looking for a competent Caregiver to care for my mother and handicapped brother in a caring and compassionate manner. It’s an often demanding job as you will have to be available for most of the day and week. But, it can also be very satisfying and rewarding, since people who are ill, injured, disabled or elderly are thankful for high quality assistance. The ideal candidate will be patient and friendly with excellent communication skills. You should be able to follow instructions and perform a variety of tasks necessary for the care needed.
Responsibilities
- Help clients take prescribed medication
- Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (walks, etc.)
- Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
- Help clients with physical therapy exercises when needed
- Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able)
- Take clients shopping and on planned outings as needed
- Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own
- Be a pleasant and supportive companion
- Report any unusual incidents
- Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
Requirements
- Proven experience as a caregiver
- Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid (CPR)
- Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
- Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
- Respectful and compassionate
- Good time management skills
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong ethics
- Physical endurance
- High school diploma or equivalent
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Whitefish, MT 59937 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Whitefish, MT 59937: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25