Caregiver

Job Description

Home Instead® CAREGivers provide a variety of non-medical services that allow seniors to remain in their homes. These services are meant to enhance the quality of life for seniors. Home Instead® CAREGivers help clients and their families meet the challenges of aging with dignity, pride, care and compassion.

What We Offer You:

Flexible Schedules

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance Policy

Aflac

401 (k)

Company Sponsored Community Events

Tap Check! Access to your earned funds before Payday

Mileage Reimbursement

Paid Training

PTO

Primary Responsibilities:

Contribute to a positive living environment to enhance a client’s quality of life

Document daily activities and report any significant changes in a client’s needs or living conditions

Maintain regular communication with supervisor and office staff

Provide Companionship & Home Helper services which could include:

Companionship and conversation

Providing stabilization and assistance with walking

Preparing meals and cleaning up meal-related items

Providing medication reminders and appointment reminders

Performing light housekeeping tasks (dusting, vacuuming, making beds, changing linens, cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, etc.)

Washing and ironing laundry

Running errands

Accompanying clients to appointments

Provide Personal Care services which could include:

Assisting with bathing

Assisting with grooming

Assisting with toileting and incontinence issues

Provide Specialized services which could include:

Advanced Alzheimer’s/Dementia Care

Hospice Care

Secondary Responsibilities:

Participate in company sponsored training and social events including CAREGiver meetings

Report hours according to office policy & communicate changes in availability in a timely manner

Document client information in Client and Life Journal

May require you to run errands and provide incidental transportation for a client using your vehicle or a client’s vehicle.

Perform other reasonable duties as assigned

Essential Job Requirements:

Ability to lift, push or pull 25 pounds

Ability to bend, twist, stoop, kneel and reach

Possess a valid driver’s license or state identification

Possess valid auto insurance

Ability to withstand exposure to dust, mold, mildew and cleaning solutions

Ability to treat and care for clients and their property with dignity and respect

Ability to adapt to various living environments and locations

Ability to communicate with clients in a friendly and congenial manner

Full-time