In-Home Caregiver

Company: Caring Companions
Location: Thomaston
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

_In Home Caregiver -_

_In order to qualify you must bring all credentials to your interview and arrive on time or early. You must be employed for a minimum of 90 days with us and working at least 48 hours per month._

Caring Companions is a family owned and operated In-Home Senior Care with 18 years of experience. We are passionate about providing personalized and quality home care to seniors all across Middle Georgia. We are available 24/7 and have the latest online systems for simple and easy access to your schedule, clocking in/out, and additional information. We now offer Free Online Training to help better educate and improve your experience. The ideal candidate will be patient & friendly with top tier communication skills. You should be able to follow instructions and perform a variety of tasks to help clients. It's an often demanding job as you will have to be available and have a flexible schedule. But, it can also be very satisfying and rewarding, since people who are ill, injured, disabled or elderly are thankful for high quality assistance.

*Benefits*
* Free Online Training
* We were voted by our employees Best Home Care Provider & Best Home Care Employer of 2020 & 2021

*Responsibilities*
* Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating

* Remind clients to take prescribed medication and assist clients with ambulation

* Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor's appointments, walks etc.)

* Assist with personal care and hygiene, plan and prepare meals and help with physical therapy exercises

* Complete client's shopping or accompany them to successfully do so

* Perform housekeeping duties and report any unusual incidents

* Willing to travel regularly

* Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

* Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary

*Qualifications*
* *MUST be able to pass a Drug Screen*

* Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills

* Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodations

* Valid driver's license and reliable transportation every single day
* Current Tuberculosis Test Results

* Current CPR & First Aid Certification

* Ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner

* Flexibility to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends and unexpected emergency shifts.

* Prior experience in a senior healthcare, hospitality, or senior in-home care environment (*Minimum of* 1 *year*)

* Hoyer Lift Experience (specific to client)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $12

Benefits:
* Flexible schedule

Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday

Experience:
* Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:
* Day Shift (Preferred)

Job Type: Part-time

Medical specialties:
* Home Health

Ability to commute/relocate:
* Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:
* Driver's License (Preferred)
* BLS Certification (Preferred)
* CNA Certification (Preferred)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $13.00 - $14.00 per hour

Schedule:
* 4 hour shift

Experience:
* Senior care: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:
* First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location%58047475%

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