Behavioral Support Caregiver - Dementia Care

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Alfac Supplemental Plans
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance

Behavioral Support Caregiver - Dementia Care Clients are located throughout Keller, Southlake, Colleyville, Trophy Club, and surrounding communities. Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client homes is required.
Part-Time Shifts Available | Morning, Evening, Weekend & Short Shifts

Behavioral care differentials available for select high-acuity dementia cases.

At Benevolent Hearts Home Care , we are building a specialized team of caregivers who understand that behaviors are communication.

We provide specialized dementia training focused on creating more positive interactions between clients and caregivers in the home care setting. Our goal is to help caregivers develop the skills and confidence needed to create calmer, more successful interactions with seniors living with dementia.

We're looking for caregivers who are comfortable supporting seniors living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, memory loss, sundowning, wandering, repetition, resistance to care, and other dementia-related behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one care for seniors living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and personal care
• Use redirection, validation, and other dementia-friendly communication approaches
• Support clients experiencing cognitive and behavioral changes
• Provide meaningful engagement, companionship, and cognitive stimulation
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and ambulation
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding when needed
• Provide transportation and accompany clients to appointments and community activities as needed
• Monitor changes in condition and communicate concerns to the care team
• Follow individualized care plans and safety protocols

Requirements

• Minimum one year of verifiable professional caregiving experience with a home care agency, assisted living community, memory care community, rehabilitation center, skilled nursing facility, or similar healthcare setting
• Experience supporting clients living with Alzheimer's disease or other dementias
• Comfortable supporting clients with memory loss, dementia-related behaviors, wandering, sundowning, and resistance to care
• Valid driver's license and current auto insurance
• Ability to pass a background screening
• Weekend availability preferred
• Comfortable working in homes with pets

Preferred Experience

• Alzheimer's Caregiving
• Dementia Caregiving
• Memory Care
• Home Care
• Home Health Aide (HHA)
• Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Assisted Living
• Skilled Nursing
• Experience with wandering, sundowning, redirection, validation, and behavioral support

Why Join Benevolent Hearts?

• Part-time and short-shift opportunities available
• Morning, evening, and weekend schedules
• Behavioral care differentials for select high-acuity cases
• Specialized dementia training and ongoing education
• Supportive team focused on exceptional dementia care
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors and their families

Apply today if you're passionate about dementia care and want to be part of a team dedicated to creating more positive interactions for seniors and their families.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Benevolent Hearts Home Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.