What are the responsibilities and job description for the Overnight Caregiver position at Home Instead?
Saint Joseph, MO:
Home Instead is looking for an individual with a caring heart, a strong desire to help others and some caregiving experience, to help serve our clients in Saint Joseph and some surrounding areas.
Home Instead provides a variety of services to help aging adults stay in their homes safely, while maintaining their independence. Our team of caregivers share a positive attitude, and a desire to do fulfilling, meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of our clients and their families.
Qualifications to be a Caregiver:
- Compassion, patience, and empathy.
- Problem solving.
- Collaborative nature, ability to work as part of a team.
- Strong Communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Previous caregiving experience, either professionally OR as a family caregiver.
- Availability to work overnight shifts up to 12 hours in St. Joseph, MO or some surrounding areas.
- Availability to work weekend shifts.
- Reside within 20 miles of St Joseph, MO.
- Valid U.S. Driver's License, Auto Insurance & a Reliable Personal Vehicle to transport clients.
- Pass a Criminal and Motor Vehicle Background Check
- Ability to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull for up to 8 hours.
- Ability to lift, push or pull 25lbs
- We are currently seeking non-smoking applicants.
A Day in the Life of a Caregiver:
As an integral part of your client’s daily routine, you will provide companionship to your client, plan and prepare meals, and perform light housekeeping tasks such as dusting and laundry. You will help your client maintain their independence, dignity and respect by assisting them with any personal care needs they have, such as bathing, dressing or incontinence care. You will also transport clients to appointments, provide medication reminders, and coordinate with their care team to ensure they are receiving care that meets the Home Instead standard.
What do we offer?
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees.
- Access earned wages daily.
- Competitive pay rates start from $14.50-17.50 an hour.
- Bonus Opportunities.
- Paid training & mileage reimbursement.
- Referral Bonuses and Holiday Pay.
- Flexible scheduling.
If this sounds the right fit for you, apply today!
Each Home Instead franchise is independently owned and operated.
Job Type: Part-time
Salary : $15 - $18
