What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver- Buncombe, Haywood, and Henderson County position at FirstLight Home Care of Asheville?
At FirstLight® Home Care of Asheville, we’re dedicated to hiring the kind of people we would trust with our own families. We’re currently searching for quality caregivers who are committed to making a difference in the lives of others. For these folks, caregiving is not just a job – it’s a calling.
When we find these amazing professionals, we believe in taking really good care of them because extraordinary caregivers are the heart and soul of our company. They help us live out our mission every day by providing first-class personal service to our clients so that they may enjoy warmth, independence and relaxed comfort in the place they call home.
****Looking for night shift/12 hour shifts/prn/weekends****
Benefits
- Flexible schedules
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive paid training
- Rewards and recognition programs
- Fun, supportive and safe working environment
- Exceptional support team
Responsibilities
- Providing companionship and conversation
- Preparing and serving meals
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Shopping, errands and transportation
- Recreational activities
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Previous caregiving experience (preferred)
- A passion for caregiving and a desire to help others
- A commitment to being present and providing quality care
- Empathy, patience, kindness and respect
- Ability to carry out direction, both verbal and written
- Ability to effectively manage the demands of the job
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.