Baton Rouge Area Live-In Caregiver

Live-In Caregiver Opportunity

Are you a compassionate and experienced caregiver looking to make a difference in the lives of seniors? Griswold Home Care is seeking dedicated Live-In caregivers to join our team in Baton Rouge. As a Live-In caregiver, you'll provide essential non-medical assistance to our clients, helping them maintain their independence and quality of life.

Responsibilities:

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs), including personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and companionship.
• Create a safe and supportive environment for clients.
• Foster meaningful connections with clients by engaging in conversation and companionship.
• Maintain accurate records of care provided.

Qualifications:

• Compassionate Provider: You genuinely care about the well-being of others and are committed to making a positive impact.
• Professional Experience: You have at least 3 years of verified professional experience working with the elderly.
• Background Check: A clean criminal background record is required.
• References: Provide a minimum of 2 recent professional references (not friends or family).
• Driver's License or State ID: You must have a valid driver's license or state-issued ID.

Work Schedule:

• Shifts will be structured as 7 days on, 7 days off - rotating. Caregiver needs to be able to stay the full 7 days for weeks that they are working, except in limited situations.
• Caregivers will typically maintain a schedule of 8 - 12.5 hours of work, 1.5 hours of uninterrupted meal time, and eight (8) hours of non-working, unpaid sleep time every workday. Hours may vary.
• Caregivers will have a private room to sleep in and be available to assist client overnight if needed (any worked time would be paid), while receiving adequate sleep time.
• It is common practice for clients to allow caregivers to have a few hours of personal time per day while remaining in the home and still available to assist a client if needed.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation: Starts at $185 per day plus meals.
• Room and board provided: (private sleeping, storage space, and meals).
• Weekly Pay: Enjoy consistent pay on a weekly basis.
• Holiday Pay: 10 holidays paid at a rate of 1.5 times your regular wage.
• Continuing Education: We invest in your professional growth.
• Employee Recognition: Join a team that values and celebrates your contributions.
• Unpaid vacation available with one-month advance notice.
• Respite and relief scheduling available with two-week advance notice.