CNA or PCA for Richmond and West End - M2

Job Description

Job Description

Begin a remarkable career that will make a difference in the lives of seniors.  Senior Helpers of Greater Richmond is urgently hiring caregivers! If you have experience working in assisted living facilities, independent living facilities, senior living facilities, nursing homes, home care or healthcare, we’d love for you to join our team. 

Working as a caregiver at Senior Helpers of Greater Richmond provides a unique opportunity for a truly rewarding career in a field you can be proud of. By choosing to work with us, you’re not just giving exceptional care to your clients, but you’re gaining a genuine, in-home connection designed to give your clients the absolute best quality of life. We’ll fit your area of expertise to the seniors you’ll care for.

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.

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 
• Must be willing to work in homes with pets. Cats and/or dogs 
• 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

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 (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