What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Caregiver- NW Tucson position at Seniors Helping Seniors?
Seniors Helping Seniors® Tucson NW in-home care services brighten the lives of seniors who can benefit from a helping hand and a friendly smile. Our caregivers, who are seniors themselves, make life a little easier by providing compassionate care in the comfort of our care receiver’s home.
Qualifications:
- Enjoy working with seniors in your community
- Be a caring, empathetic, compassionate, and reliable individual
- Have a positive attitude and be dedicated to our mission
- High level of emotional intelligence, and have the heart of a volunteer
- Maturity to deal effectively with the demands of the job
- Maintain the highest standards of customer service and professionalism
Companionship/Homemaker/Personal Care Responsibilities may include:
- Provide companionship, meal preparation, pet care, help with shopping, and errands
- Assist with Light Housekeeping such as laundry, vacuuming, washing dishes, etc.
- Medication Reminders
- Incidental Transportation to doctor’s appointments, family, or their favorite places
- Assist with dressing, feeding, showering/bathing, toileting/incontinence
- Mobility Assistance
- Memory Care
Seniors Helping Seniors® Tucson NW offers:
- Paid orientation and ongoing caregiver training
- Positive, enthusiastic, and fulfilling work environment
- Flexible schedule with great work-life balance
- Direct Deposit paycheck
Minimum Requirements:
- Pass a criminal background check before employment
- Negative TB test result
- Valid Driver's License
- Reliable vehicle with valid Registration and Insurance
- Ability to use a computer/smartphone with various apps to complete caregiver tasks (such as shift clock in/out, digital onboarding, ongoing online training)
Preferences:
- Mature adults 50 years of age
- Volunteer and/or caregiving experience
This position will require travel to various areas throughout Northwest Tucson, Oro Valley, Marana, and surrounding communities, including Avra Valley, Picture Rocks, Catalina, Saddlebrooke, Dove Mountain, and Catalina Foothills.
