Experienced Caregiver -Saint Marys, GA

Caring Companions is a family owned and operated In-Home Senior Care with 18 years of experience. We are passionate about providing personalized and quality home care to seniors all across Middle Georgia. We strive to enrich the lives of everyone we serve by offering kind, compassionate, and competent assistance for aging individuals wishing to remain in their homes. Caring Companions have provided our caring services to families for almost two decades and are a trusted choice in the community. We are available 24/7 and have the latest online systems for simple and easy access to your schedule, clocking in/out, and additional information. Caring Companions is looking to expand the family by hiring CNA's and PCA's in the Middle Ga area. We are looking for caregivers that are undoubtedly reliable, self-motivated and kindhearted.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating
• Remind clients to take prescribed medication and assist clients with ambulation
• Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
• Assist with personal care and hygiene, plan and prepare meals and help with physical therapy exercises
• Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so
• Perform housekeeping duties and report any unusual incidents
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
• Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary

Qualifications

• Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodations
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation every single day
• Current CPR / First Aid Certification
• Ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including weekends
• Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
• High School Diploma or equivalent/Experience as a Caregiver
• Take pride in providing high quality care
• Hoyer Lift Experience (specific to client)

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Current TB or Chest Xray
• Ability to handle clients with strong personalities

Experience:

• mental health: 1 year (Required)
• Caregiving: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13 - $15