What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver position at Caring Friends in Home Care?
Job description
We are looking for in home caregivers in Dawson County
Also have other hours/positions available !
Caregiving for seniors requires a gentle and loving approach, compassion, patience, and dedication. By providing our services, we restore balance and give peace of mind to our senior clients and their families.
Requirements:
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Dependable, reliable, and professional
- Must be 19 years or older with valid driver’s license, clean DMV record, (personal vehicle typically will be used for transportation to clients within service area)
- Must pass background checks and drug tests
- Daily communication via email and cell phone
- Experience working with elderly preferred
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Companionship: Provide one-on-one care, comfort, supervision & conversation.
- Social & Physical Activities: Promote client’s mental & physical alertness through activities of interest.
- Mobility Assistance: Assist with walker and wheelchair, light exercise.
- Transportation: Provide transportation to & from appointments, errands, and activities.
- Personal Care Assistance: Assist with bathroom facilities & hygiene, dressing and showering.
- Light Housekeeping: Sweep, mop, dust, vacuum, dishes, clean bathroom & kitchen, making beds, laundry.
- Meal Preparation: Grocery shopping, cooking, encouraging a healthy & nutritious lifestyle.
- Medication: Monitor and remind clients to take self-administered medications.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: Up to $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $17
