Weekend Caregiver

We are looking for a Home Care Aide to join our team! You will be directly working with patients, following a one-on-one care plan in patient homes.

Are you a compassionate Caregiver with the dedication and professionalism it takes to work for our agency? Do you want to feel appreciated and rewarded for the demanding work that you do?

SYNERGY HomeCare is a non-medical personal assistance agency whose mission is to enable our clients to live happy, healthy, and independent lives in the comfort and familiarity of their homes and to inspire our caregivers with appreciation, industry-leading training, and a true commitment to their well-being.

AVAILABILITY:

This position requires availability on weekends. Candidates must be able to work both Saturdays and Sundays, with flexible hours as needed.

BENEFITS/PERKS:

• Flexible Scheduling
• Supportive team environment
• Competitive pay with direct deposit
• Paid orientation and ongoing training
• Time-and-a-half pay for overtime and holidays
• Flexible schedules and matching caregivers with nearby clients
• Employee recognition programs
• Hourly Pay range between $14.00 and $15.00
• We are partnered with ZayZoon, an employee benefit that gives you instant access to your wages ahead of payday. Get paid whenever you need with wages on demand via ZayZoon. No need to wait until payday.

RESPONSABILITIES:

• Provide attention to clients’ non-medical needs, including companionship and social engagement
• Assistance with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and medication reminders
• Assistance with all activities of daily living and incidental activities of daily living
• Memory Care (Alzheimer's / Dementia)
• Establish communication and a professional relationship with clients, family members, and co-workers
• Provide reliable care by being punctual and consistently caring for our clients
• Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with supervisor
• Build relationships with patients by conversing or reading aloud to help keep them mentally healthy and alert
• Give medication reminders
• Engage patients in exercises or other activities

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Valid Driver's License (no I.D. cards)
• Valid Automobile Liability Insurance
• Working vehicle to get to/from assigned visits
• Ability to Lift 25 lbs.
• Personal or professional experience
• 6-Month prior professional experience
• Driver’s license required
• Liability Insurance

SKILLS:

• Incontinence care (required)
• Alzheimer's and Dementia care (required)
• Total bed care (preferred)
• Hoyer lift (preferred)
• Gait belt (preferred)