What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver/Personal Care Assistant position at Nurse Next Door?
Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Assistant to provide essential support to individuals in various care settings, including assisted living facilities, memory care units, and home care environments. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for seniors and individuals with developmental disabilities. This role requires a blend of personal care skills and the ability to foster meaningful relationships with clients.
Duties
- Assist clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance the well-being of clients.
- Monitor and record vital signs, ensuring any changes in health status are communicated promptly.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients, including light housekeeping tasks.
- Support individuals with dementia or other memory-related conditions through specialized care techniques.
- Assist clients in participating in social activities and community engagement to promote active lifestyles.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to implement personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols and best practices in all caregiving activities.
Skills
- Experience in assisted living, memory care, or home care settings is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with working with individuals who have developmental disabilities is a plus.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients.
- Knowledge of basic health monitoring techniques, including taking vital signs.
- Understanding of dementia care strategies and techniques for effective communication.
- Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization within the client's living space.
- Compassionate nature with a genuine desire to help others improve their quality of life.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing client needs and schedules while providing consistent support.
This role is essential in delivering high-quality personal care services that promote dignity, independence, and comfort for those we serve. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others through dedicated personal care assistance, we encourage you to apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 24 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid orientation
- Paid training
- Referral program
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to commute to individual client locations?
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $15 - $20
