Excelsior Springs/part time caregiver

Aging in Place is owned and operated by a nurse that understands the true meaning of compassion. The company was born out of a vision of providing an aging community with a means of securing and receiving a high quality of care in the comfort of their own homes. Aging in Place is committed to providing the much-needed quality care that the senior population deserves. We are looking for a caring and devoted caregiver who is passionate about improving the lives of the people they care for and their families.

Aging In Place is also a preferred provider for the VA and is honored to be able to serve our veterans. We are looking for a compassionate individual wanting to make a difference in the life of Veterans in Excelsior Springs,MO. All caregivers including males and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Paid Training
• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Hours

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly clients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries, or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing, and eating
• Help clients take prescribed medication and assist clients with ambulation
• Help with mobility around the house
• Prepare and serve meals
• Assist with physical therapy exercises as needed
• Complete client's shopping
• Perform cognition exercises with clients
• Perform housekeeping duties
• Report any unusual incidents
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
• Offer activities that are essential for daily living and with others tasks as needed

Qualifications

• Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with the physical capability to perform job-related duties
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation every single day
• Ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner
• Prior experience in healthcare or in-home care environment
• Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
• Supportive and compassionate
• High School Diploma or equivalent, Experience as a Caregiver, CNA or HHA, or completion of a CNA Program
• Effective verbal and written communicator
• Take pride in providing high-quality care
• Reliable, dependable, punctual

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.