Caregiver Trainee

Personal Care Aid or Companion Caregiver Training in Savannah Georgia Area

If you are new to the home care industry and want to train to be a Personal Care Aid or Companion Caregiver in Savannah Georgia Area (Chatham County), apply today!

If you’re looking to work for a company that improves the lives of others, invests in their employees, and provides a welcoming work environment, you should join the Senior Helpers of Chatham County team. By providing care to our clients, our caregivers make a direct impact on helping seniors age in the comfort of their own home.

Training hours paid at $8.75 per hour. Client facing pay upon PCA certification wages are $12 - $15 per hour. Opportunities to promote within available to employees that show punctuality and good work ethics.

Job Responsibilities

• Train as a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) and as a Companion Caregiver
• Attend in person training sessions and shadow shifts (up to 30 hrs)
• Complete online training (20+ hours)
• Pass the written companion care test
• Pass the personal care assistant written test
• Pass the personal care assistant hands-on skills assessment
• Shadow shifts will be observed and evaluated by supervisor and experienced caregiver. Trainee will be signed off and approved to work solo shifts directly with client upon proven ability. If trainee does not complete training within scheduled time frame - they will be dropped from the course.

Job Responsibilities After You Pass the PCA/Companion Care Training and Testing:

• Assist with diet monitoring, walking, personal hygiene care, and other activities of daily living
• Assist with showers, dressing, mobility, incontinence care, medication reminders, and more
• Assist with non-medical care needs including normal aging challenges and hospital recovery
• Provide caring companionship through conversation, help with hobbies, meal preparation, light housekeeping and more
• Follow client care plan and observe client for change in health conditions

Job Requirements

• High school diploma
• Must be 18 years of age
• Must have reliable transportation including: valid driver's license, auto insurance, current registration, good driving record
• Willingness to learn new skills to better the lives of our clients
• Proficient communication skills, both in written and personal/business encounters
• Available for online and in person training sessions per our schedule
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks as assigned
• Respect and honor senior citizens

Job Benefits

• Paid classroom, online, and hands-on training
• Enriching career that fosters professional growth
• Growth opportunities within the company

Voluntary Benefits - After Training, Certification, and Probation

(available to employees that consistently work 20 hours or more a week)

Voluntary benefits include: 401(k), dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, FSA/HSA, wellness platform, short-term disability, long-term disability, employee rewards program

About the Company:

We are an independently owned and operated franchisee of M Power Home Care, LLC dba Senior Helpers® of Chatham County here in Savannah, GA. 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.