CNA or PCA - Midlothian VA - M2

AREAS WE SERVE Richmond, Henrico, Mechanicsville, Quinton, Providence Forge, West End, Carytown, The Fan, Museum District, University Of Richmond, Sandston, N. Chesterfield, Bon Air, Lakeside, Amelia Court House, Ashland, Doswell, Glen Allen, Goochland, Louisa, Manakin Sabot, Midlothian, Moseley, Powhatan, Henrico, Richmond, Chester, Chesterfield, Colonial Heights, Dinwiddie, Emporia, Hopewell, Prince George, Petersburg It's easy to go to work when you're making someone's day. Every day. As a Senior Helpers Caregiver, you make a lasting impact that betters the lives of our clients AND their families. Senior Helpers caregivers provide one-on-one personal care to help our clients remain safe and independent in their home. We fit your area of expertise to the seniors you'll care for. If you are a caring and compassionate individual who enjoys caring for and helping others, takes pride in making a difference in others' lives, and is interested in professional growth within a company, our caregiver position is for you. Apply to be a Senior Helpers Caregiver today, Part-Time and Full-Time Schedules Available! Responsibilities Companionship: Engage in meaningful conversations and provide emotional support to seniors. Assistance with Daily Activities: Help with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility assistance. Medication Management: Assist clients with medication reminders and ensure they adhere to prescribed medication schedules. Meal Preparation: Plan and prepare nutritious meals based on dietary requirements and preferences. Light Housekeeping: Perform light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe environment for the senior. Transportation: Assist with transportation to medical appointments, grocery shopping, and other essential outings. Monitoring Health: Observe and report any changes in the senior's health or behavior to the appropriate healthcare professionals or family members. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and detailed records of care provided and any significant changes in the client's condition. Responsibilities Companionship: Engage in meaningful conversations and provide emotional support to seniors. Assistance with Daily Activities: Help with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility assistance. Medication Management: Assist clients with medication reminders and ensure they adhere to prescribed medication schedules. Meal Preparation: Plan and prepare nutritious meals based on dietary requirements and preferences. Light Housekeeping: Perform light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean, safe environment for the senior. Transportation: Assist with transportation to medical appointments, grocery shopping, and other essential outings. Monitoring Health: Observe and report any changes in the senior's health or behavior to the appropriate healthcare professionals or family members. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and detailed records of care provided and any significant changes in the client's condition. Caregiver Qualifications: 1 year of CNA/NA/PCA experience preferred Willing to accept new PCAs/CNAs and provide in-home care training. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation required - may need to drive clients in own vehicle. Will be reimbursed for mileage with a clean MVR (motor vehicle record) and an insured vehicle. Must be willing to work in homes with pets. Cats and/or dogs Must be able to communicate clearly and professionally. Must respond to calls/messages in a timely manner Willingness to work some weekends or evenings Must follow agency communication procedures Must be able to assist with standing, walking, transfers, bending, and light lifting (35lbs or less) Must be able to perform personal care, household tasks (light household cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, transportation using client or personal vehicle This role requires reliability, accountability, and the ability to show up consistently for clients who depend on care. Have fun and engaging conversations with your clients to build relationships. Participate in your clients' favorite hobbies (scrapbooking, gardening, games, etc.) Prep meals for your clients to enjoy. Assist your clients with walking, dressing, and other daily activities of living. Report what activities were completed with your clients and provide updates on your clients' physical condition, mental capacity, and behavior Why be a Senior Helper Caregiver? We truly care about our staff. Starting pay rate of $17 Great Place to Work® Certified—91% of our employees say Senior Helpers is a great place to work. Professional Growth Opportunities—we provide training opportunities to our caregivers to grow their skills as a caregiver and as a professional. Work/Life Balance—we understand the need for a healthy balance of your professional and personal life. Team Support—we believe that a strong team that gives support is the best way to succeed long term. Flexible Schedule—we understand that you may need flexibility to align with your lifestyle and schedule, so we work with our caregivers to fit their schedule to their availability. Make a Difference—when you are a Senior Helpers Caregiver, you will be the direct contact for our clients, giving you the opportunity to make their days brighter and help give our clients' their independence. This not only helps our clients, but their families will appreciate all that you do too! ***Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening. Testing includes, but is not limited to, amphetamines, methamphetamines, cocaine, opiates (including morphine), and benzodiazepines. Applicants with valid prescriptions may disclose them to the testing provider. *** We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws