What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caretaker position at Village Caregiving?
Caregiver Job Description
**Job Summary**
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate caregiver to join our team. As a caregiver, you will play a vital role in supporting the daily needs of our clients, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being.
**Responsibilities**
**Requirements**
**Job Summary**
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate caregiver to join our team. As a caregiver, you will play a vital role in supporting the daily needs of our clients, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being.
**Responsibilities**
- Remind clients to take prescribed medication.
- Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor's appointments, walks, etc.).
- Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
- Help clients complete physical therapy and other recommended exercises.
- Do the client's shopping or accompany them when they shop if needed.
- Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can't complete on their own, including preparing meals.
- Collect information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, doctors, and family members.
- Report any unusual incidents to nurses, doctors, and family members.
- Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency.
**Requirements**
- Previous caregiver experience preferred but not required.
- Current CPR (American Heart Association) Certification.
- Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards.
- Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints.
- Must be respectful and compassionate with a good bedside manner.
- Outstanding communication, time management, and interpersonal skills.
- Physical endurance to complete required tasks.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
