Caregiver open in the Plano area

Job Description

Comfort Keepers is looking for a caregiver to join our team and work in the (75002) Plano/Allen area. The skilled caregiver is responsible for the physical care and emotional support of our clients who may no longer be able to take care of themselves due to illness, injury, surgery, or disability.

The ideal candidate must be able to care for our clients and their property with dignity, patience, compassion, and respect. This person enjoys doing housework, will encourage and remain empathetic to the clients at all times. They can work around cats and willing to work every Saturday and Sunday from 10a-7p.

Responsibilities:

Home assistance – Provide light housekeeping, run errands or provide transportation if needed. Accompany clients to appointments and assist with medications. Prepare meals, purchase food and provide personal assistance with general living needs. Personal services could include toileting, bathing, feeding and grooming. Provide any financial aid if needed such as balancing checkbooks, going to the bank or helping the client to pay their bills.

Companionship – Provide companionship and conversation by stimulating, encouraging and assisting an individual.

Requirements:

High school diploma preferred

Must have at least one year of verifiable caregiving experience

Must have experience dealing with clients needing Dementia care

Must be able to successfully pass a Criminal Background report

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds at a time

Ability to reach, bend, kneel and stand for (sometimes) a long period of time

Valid state driver's license

Dependable vehicle and current car insurance with you listed as driver or owner

Willing to drive at least 30 minutes to work

Job Benefits:

Competitive pay - $15 to $18 hour

Work near your home

Ongoing paid training

Supportive and rewarding work environment

Growing company with opportunity for development

Compassionate, supportive office staff

Paid time off (PTO)

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