Caregiver

Senior Caregiver OpportunityDo you have a heart for seniors? Do you believe everyone deserves to age with dignity and comfort in their own home? Join the team at Senior Helpers!Senior Helpers of East Plano is a non-medical home care agency serving seniors and their families across Plano, Allen, Sachse, Parker, and surrounding areas. We are part of the nationally recognized Senior Helpers brand — with decades of experience and a proven system of services — backed by local ownership that is personally invested in the community. We strive to give families peace of mind by carefully selecting caregivers who provide excellent care and friendly service.Why Caregivers Choose Senior HelpersFlexible scheduling with part-time and full-time opportunities availablePaid training opportunitiesOne-on-one client relationshipsHand-matched assignmentsWork that is meaningful every single dayWhat You’ll DoResponsibilities vary by client and care plan. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with medical limitations or disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities. Duties may include but are not limited to:Companionship, conversation & emotional supportPersonal care activities, including but not limited to:Baths (sponge, tub, shower, and bed bath)Oral hygieneBasic skin care and grooming assistanceToileting assistanceTransferring (bed to chair, wheelchair and shower, etc.)Dressing and undressingChange diaper/briefWalking assistanceMedication remindersHome exercise plan assistanceAssist with household tasks necessary to the client’s health care needs, including but not limited to:Planning and preparing nutritious mealsAssisting in feeding client, as appropriateLight housekeeping of client’s environment, including linens and making bedLaundering client’s clothing and beddingAssisting clients with shoppingAssisting clients with transportation for appointmentsUse equipment and supplies safelyDocument care activities in the client’s Care Plan Book dailyReport significant client changes to the office promptlyWhat We’re Looking ForRequired:High school diploma or educational equivalentPrior caregiving experience — professional or personal (including caring for a family member)Must be eligible to work in the United StatesMust pass a criminal background check and drug screening before employmentValid driver’s license with a clean driving record and current auto insuranceReliable personal vehicle available for use during assignmentsAbility to read, write, and communicate effectivelyFlexible and adaptable — willing to work a variety of shifts and days, including evenings and overnightsReliable, punctual, and professional — your client counts on you!Genuine compassion for seniors and a desire to make a positive differenceAbility to treat every client with dignity, respect, and patiencePreferred:Experience with Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s, or memory careCPR/First Aid certificationPhysical RequirementsThis is an active, hands-on role. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with medical limitations and/or disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requirements include, but are not limited to:Lift, move, and assist clients, as neededSafely assist clients in and out of a vehicleSafely lift and/or move up to 50 lbs (e.g., a wheelchair or walker into/out of a vehicle)Reasonably communicate with others to accurately exchange informationOperate office equipment such as a computer, phone, etc.Perform tasks such as light housekeeping, walking, and drivingStand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, or push/pull throughout a shiftClimb stairs, as neededRemain awake, seated, and alert during shiftsSee clearly (with or without correction) to monitor client safetyWe 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.Employment with Senior Helpers® of East Plano is at-will. Either the employee or the company may end the employment relationship at any time, for any reason or no reason, with or without notice, so long as the reason does not violate applicable law.