Caregiver-Personal care

Company: Home Instead
Location: Aiken
Posted on: February 24, 2021

Job Description:

Immediate openings for Part-Time Compassionate CAREGiverSM At Home Instead, we truly believe that caring for seniors should be personal, and to us it is. We are actively looking for CAREGiverSM who can share their heart and give their passion for caring for others a purpose.By joining our family of CAREGiverSM, not only will you have the benefit of knowing that you have made a real difference for a Senior in your community but we also offer: -Competitive pay-Flexible schedules-Valuable training and education-Personal introductions to your Client before your first shift by one of our friendly and supportive office staff-Access to Telemedicine (easy-to-use virtual doctor visits) for you and your family when illness strikes, giving you 24/7 access to doctors by mobile app or phone.As a CAREGiverSM with Home Instead, you will: &bull Provide Companionship, Home Helper Services, and Personal Care which could include: &bull Companionship and conversation &bull Providing stabilization and assistance with walking &bull Preparing meals and cleaning up meal-related items &bull Providing medication reminders and appointment reminders &bull Performing light housekeeping tasks (dusting, vacuuming, making beds, changing linens, cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, etc.) &bull Washing and ironing laundry &bull Running errands &bull Accompanying clients to appointments &bull Assisting with bathing, grooming and dressing &bull Assisting with toileting and incontinence issues &bull Alzheimer's Care.Essential Job Requirements: &bull Ability to lift, push or pull 25 pounds &bull Ability to bend, twist, stoop, kneel and reach &bull Ability to consistently provide physical assistance to a client (ie stand-by assistance while walking, assist client with transfers) &bull Complete a satisfactory criminal background check, DMV check, pre-employment drug screen &bull Possess a valid driver's license for at least 3 years, and have access to a reliable vehicle with valid auto insurance &bull Ability to treat and care for clients and their property with dignity and respect &bull Ability to adapt to various living environments and locations &bull Ability to communicate with clients in a friendly and congenial manner. A preferred candidate would be flexible in the number of hours needed per week as this is a part-time position. Experience is preferred but not required.If you are interested in joining our Home Instead family where you can laugh, learn, and love, find out more at Each Home Instead franchise is independently owned and operated.

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