In-Home Caregiver

Job Description

Job Description

Hiring for all shifts!

It’s easy to go to work when you’re making someone’s day. Every day. As a Senior Helpers of Kanawha Valley Caregiver, you make a lasting impact that betters the lives of our clients AND their families. Senior Helpers of Kanawha Valley 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 of Kanawha Valley Caregiver today

What does a day in the life of a caregiver look like? Providing a helping hand. 

• Have fun and engaging conversations with your clients to build relationships
• Participate in your clients’ favorite hobbies (scrap booking, 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 Helpers of Kanawha Valley Caregiver? We truly care about our staff.

• Great Place to Work® Certified
• 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!

Qualifications:

• No experience required — we provide  paid orientation and ongoing training
• Must be 18 years of age
• Must have the ability to pass a full employment background check
• You are passionate about helping others
• You enjoy customer service and communicating with clients
• You want to help your community and make a difference in someone’s life

Preferred:

• A valid driver's license and current automobile insurance
• High school diploma or GED
• Experience as a Personal Care Assistant in healthcare
• Experience as a Caregiver/Home Health Aide in healthcare (in homes or facilities)

What We Offer Our Caregivers:

• $15–$16 per hour (based on experience)
• Sign On Bonus
• Referral Bonus
• Paid Orientation
• Paid Training
• Holiday Pay
• Flexible Scheduling

Benefits:

• Medical Plans Available*
• Dental Plans Available *
• Vision Plans Available *
• Pet Insurance*
• ID protection*

*  Benefits eligibility is based on position status, hours worked, and length of employment.

Who is Senior Helpers of Kanawha Valley: Senior Care, Only Better.

We are an independently owned and operated franchisee of SH Franchising, LLC dba Senior Helpers®. Senior Helpers® has been the nation's premier franchisor of in-home senior care franchisees since 2005, with locations across the country. Our services range from specialized care for those with chronic diseases to companion services for seniors looking for assistance with daily activities. Our mission is to provide compassionate care and improve the quality of life for our clients, their families, and our employees.

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.