Private Duty/Home Care Aide

Are you searching for a career with flexibility, room for growth, and the ability to make a difference in the lives of senior adults in your community? Visiting Angels of Lufkin is hiring a Private Duty/Home Care Aide for our clients throughout the Deep East Texas area in places like San Augustine, Lufkin, Nacogdoches, Norwood, Chireno, Rosevine, and many others. A Visiting Angels Private Duty/Home Care Aide enjoys benefits like: Pay: $11.00-13.00 Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Holiday Pay Referral Bonuses Direct Deposit Weekly Pay Sign on Bonus A Visiting Angels Private Duty/Home Care Aide wears many hats as they help our elderly and home-care clients stay at home or recover at home with dignity. While no two client visits look exactly alike, responsibilities may include: Helping clients handle personal care and hygiene Managing light housekeeping Encouraging clients to meet their exercise and fitness goals Prompting clients to take their prescription medications at the right times Helping clients with shopping and putting away groceries (or shopping for them) Planning and preparing meals in collaboration with clients (based on client ability) Assisting clients with mobility and ambulation - this can include everything from getting around the house to visiting the doctor and taking walks A Private Duty/Home Care Aide must also be prepared to act quickly in the case of medical emergencies. This includes adequately reporting any health changes or unusual circumstances. Our caregivers possess the ideal blend of competency, compassion, and professional discernment. Private Duty/Home Care Aide Job Requirements High school diploma or equivalent Excellent time-management skills Reliable transportation to client visits Strong communication and interpersonal skills Familiarity with basic housekeeping and cooking tasks Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen Training/knowledge in First Aid and emergency response A heart for vulnerable people seeking meaningful companionship Willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards Shifts Offered Full Time Part Time 8 Hour Shifts 10 Hour Shifts 12 Hour Shifts #J-18808-Ljbffr Visiting Angels Lufkin, TX