Caregiver Immediate Opening

Job Description

Job Description

Experience Caregiver Immediate Opening – Stroke Survivor Client

Schedule: Weekend Shift Part-Time

Saturday - Sunday 8:30 - 10:30 am, 12:30 - 2:30 pm and 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Position Summary:
Seeking an experienced caregiver for a female stroke survivor in The Colony, TX. Client requires assistance with transfers, bathing, dressing, meal prep, medication reminders, and companionship. Must be comfortable assisting with mobility using a wheelchair. Prior stroke or rehabilitation care experience preferred.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Assist client with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and hygiene.
• Assist with transfers, repositioning, wheelchair support, and mobility assistance using proper body mechanics and safety procedures.
• Monitor client for changes in physical condition, behavior, speech, mobility, or cognitive status.
• Support communication using verbal cues, communication boards, AAC tablet devices, or speech assistance techniques as needed.
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding according to dietary restrictions and swallowing precautions.
• Remind and/or assist client with medications as directed by care plan.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment to reduce fall risks and promote comfort.
• Assist with range-of-motion exercises and encourage participation in therapy-directed activities when instructed.
• Provide companionship, emotional support, and respectful social interaction.
• Document care provided, incidents, observations, and changes in condition accurately and promptly.
• Communicate effectively with family members, nurses, therapists, and supervisors regarding client needs and concerns.
• Follow infection control procedures, emergency protocols, and client confidentiality standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
• Experience caring for elderly, disabled, or stroke recovery clients preferred.
• Knowledge of stroke-related conditions including mobility limitations, aphasia, paralysis, or swallowing difficulties preferred.
• Ability to safely assist with transfers and mobility.
• Compassionate, patient, dependable, and attentive demeanor.
• Strong communication and observation skills.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

• Ability to a pass background checks and drug screenings

• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and current auto insurance required

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Work Environment:
In-home care setting requiring physical assistance, standing, walking, bending, lifting, and close interaction with client and family members.

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