What are the responsibilities and job description for the PAID Training for CNA - In-Home Caregiver position at Visiting Nurse Association of SEMO?
Job Overview
The Visiting Nurse Association of SEMO is currently in search of dedicated and empathetic In-Home Caregivers. As a Caregiver, you will be entrusted with providing essential personal care, companionship, and non-nursing services to individuals requiring assistance with daily living activities. Candidates with prior caregiving experience and strong references from previous employers are highly encouraged to apply.
Positions may involve working across multiple client homes, with the variability in service times tailored to individual client needs. Caregivers are engaged on an ‘as-needed’ basis, often beginning with substitute assignments for agency employees. Your workload will be influenced by client referrals, and while hours may fluctuate, your commitment to providing compassionate care remains paramount.
Key Responsibilities
Caregivers will undergo a comprehensive training program, consisting of 2 days of classroom training in Dexter, MO, followed by 1 day of on-the-job training with a VNA trainer in their local area. This training is mandated by the state and is transferable between agencies, allowing for future career advancement within the healthcare sector.
Company Culture And Values
The VNA promotes a work environment grounded in compassion, teamwork, and personal growth. We recognize the essential role caregivers play in delivering high-quality care to our clients, and we are dedicated to supporting their professional journey.
Join us in our mission to make a meaningful impact on the lives we serve while advancing your own career within a supportive and dynamic community.
Employment Type: Contractor
The Visiting Nurse Association of SEMO is currently in search of dedicated and empathetic In-Home Caregivers. As a Caregiver, you will be entrusted with providing essential personal care, companionship, and non-nursing services to individuals requiring assistance with daily living activities. Candidates with prior caregiving experience and strong references from previous employers are highly encouraged to apply.
Positions may involve working across multiple client homes, with the variability in service times tailored to individual client needs. Caregivers are engaged on an ‘as-needed’ basis, often beginning with substitute assignments for agency employees. Your workload will be influenced by client referrals, and while hours may fluctuate, your commitment to providing compassionate care remains paramount.
Key Responsibilities
- Adhere to the established care plan as outlined.
- Perform light housekeeping tasks, including making beds, doing laundry, and maintaining kitchen and bathroom cleanliness.
- Provide personal care assistance and companionship to clients.
- Foster a respectful and nurturing atmosphere for clients.
- Exceptional communication and listening abilities.
- A compassionate, patient, and caring demeanor.
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and executing basic mathematical tasks.
- Physical capability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Reliable transportation alongside a functional telephone and voicemail system.
- Minimum of 6 months experience in personal caregiving, whether in a private home or facility setting.
- Valid driver’s license and auto insurance are required.
- Candidates must be at least 18 years of age.
- Ability to successfully pass various background checks and drug screenings.
- Physically and mentally fit to fulfill the demands associated with caregiving responsibilities.
Caregivers will undergo a comprehensive training program, consisting of 2 days of classroom training in Dexter, MO, followed by 1 day of on-the-job training with a VNA trainer in their local area. This training is mandated by the state and is transferable between agencies, allowing for future career advancement within the healthcare sector.
Company Culture And Values
The VNA promotes a work environment grounded in compassion, teamwork, and personal growth. We recognize the essential role caregivers play in delivering high-quality care to our clients, and we are dedicated to supporting their professional journey.
Join us in our mission to make a meaningful impact on the lives we serve while advancing your own career within a supportive and dynamic community.
Employment Type: Contractor
