Companion Caregiver

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Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

As a Caregiver with Assisting Hands you will provide compassionate dependable and professional in-home care while promoting each clients comfort safety dignity and independence. Under the supervision of the Care Manager and coordination with the Staffing Coordinator you will assist clients with personal care daily living activities mobility meals and light household tasks according to each clients individualized Plan of Care.

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience in home care assisted living long-term care or a related healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong communication interpersonal and caregiving skills.
• Compassionate dependable and respectful approach to client care.
• Ability to follow care plans company policies and safety procedures.

Reports To

• Care Manager

Key Responsibilities

1. Clean & Safe Environment

• Perform light housekeeping including cleaning bathrooms kitchens bedrooms and common areas.
• Assist with laundry dishes and routine household tasks.
• Maintain a clean organized comfortable and safe home environment.
• Identify and report safety hazards or concerns.

2. Personal Care & Assistance

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing grooming dressing toileting shaving and transfers.
• Support mobility ambulation positioning and prescribed exercises according to the Plan of Care.
• Assist with meals feeding and other personal care needs.
• Respect client privacy dignity preferences and independence.

3. Nutritional Support

• Prepare and serve meals according to client preferences dietary requirements and the Plan of Care.
• Assist with meal planning feeding and hydration.
• Report concerns regarding food or fluid intake when appropriate.

4. Client Health & Well-Being

• Observe and promptly report changes in the clients physical emotional or behavioral condition to the Care Manager or Staffing Coordinator.
• Accurately document care provided including vital signs intake/output and other required information.
• Report safety concerns incidents injuries or significant changes in condition promptly.
• Maintain client confidentiality.

5. Mobility & Physical Activities

• Safely assist with mobility and transfer equipment including wheelchairs walkers gait belts and Hoyer lifts as applicable and within training.
• Encourage prescribed range-of-motion and physical activities.
• Promote safe mobility and fall-prevention practices.
• Support family members with safe caregiving practices when appropriate.

6. Infection Control & Compliance

• Follow infection prevention practices including proper hand hygiene and applicable CDC guidelines.
• Comply with company policies procedures and caregiver standards outlined in the Employee Handbook Policy & Procedure Manual and Caregiver Training Manual.
• Complete required documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain required training and applicable caregiving standards.

Working Hours

• Schedules are based on client needs availability and staffing requirements.
• Shifts may vary based on client care needs.
• A fixed number of hours is not guaranteed.

Compensation: $18.50 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Assisting Hands Home Care

Assisting Hands Home Care provides compassionate dependable in-home care that helps individuals remain safe independent and comfortable in their own homes. Our care is rooted in dignity respect and personalized support allowing clients to maintain their quality of life where they feel happiest.

Assisting Hands Home Care is known for its high standards and commitment to excellence. Our caregivers are reliable compassionate and dedicated to providing care that builds trust and makes a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.