What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver position at Private Home Care St Louis?
Are you compassionate, patient, a problem solver, intuitive, and a self-starter?
At Private Home Care, we believe Caregivers are the heart of our business. We highly respect our team of exceptional Caregivers - that’s why we have higher job satisfaction. We offer continued training, awards programs, and schedules that work around you. We are excited that you are interested in a professional caregiving career with us.
Pay Rate: $15/hr - $17/hr starting pay, depending upon experience. Advancement and promotion opportunities (up to $18/hr ) available!
Hiring Timeline: Our hiring team is committed to getting you in our door as quickly as possible. Be prepared to interview and attend orientation within a week of first speaking with our recruiters.
Benefits:
Better Pay: We consistently pay our caregivers more than the industry average.
Supportive, Professional Culture: Our Caregivers have 24/7 support from our office staff.
Thoughtful Client Matching: We put a lot of thought into matching our Caregivers with the right client.
Flexible schedule: We set your client schedule around your life (i.e., family commitments, school, etc.).
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, and Aflac. Plus, 401(k) with company match after one year of employment!
Recognition: Employee referral program, employee assistance program, employee awards programs, and annual reviews
Job Requirements:
Shifts range between 4-12 hours, depending upon availability.
Personal care, meal preparation, errands, medication reminders and other assistance as directed by client.
Light housekeeping, laundry and other household chores as visually observed.
Ability to lift up to 25lbs.
Ability to assist with transporting (i.e., Gait Belt or Hoyer Lift)
Job Qualifications:
MUST be willing to drive 20 to 30 minutes or more to/from client's home
Have at least 1 year of paid caregiving experience and/or a CNA, PCA, LPN, or RN
Experience working with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, or ALS patients a plus
Be age 18 or older
Pass a comprehensive background check and reference check
Pass PHC’s skills & knowledge assessment
Have a valid Driver's License, a good driving record, and an insured reliable vehicle
Basic English speaking, reading, and writing skills; High School Diploma or equivalent
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.
Salary : $15 - $18