Caregiver - Memory Care

Job Description

Job Description

As a caregiver/personal assistant, you will be making a positive difference in the lives of seniors - one life at a time. Some seniors are simply looking for someone to provide companionship, run errands, or play a game of cards. Others are having mobility or memory issues and need your guidance in helping to be sure they take their medications on time, get to the restroom, and are safe when taking a shower. We make sure our Caregivers know how valuable they by offering them competitive pay, flexible scheduling, paid training for you to succeed in your role, retirement savings program, bonuses, paid time off, and much more. Join our award-winning team and experience a fulfilling career in care-giving. No professional experience is needed! Apply now to start your rewarding career in in-home care-giving.

Why Us?

• Help at Home Senior Care respects Caregivers and the work they do! We’ve been Caregivers and know what it takes. We have been providing in-home care for over 20 years. Help at Home has been awarded the honor of being voted Best Place to Work for the last 7 years and Best in Home Care for 12 years.
• Flexibility – You only commit to the shifts that make sense in your schedule. Whether you need mornings, afternoons, evenings, overnights, or weekends; we have schedules that fit your life.
• Competitive Compensation –  Our Caregivers start at an impressive $22.50-$24.50  per hour  based on your Hands-on Skill and Dementia Competence assessments. On top of that  we will boost your earnings by an extra $1.50  within the first 6 months , when you participate in our Specialized Certifications Education Program!
• We’ll pay to get you started – Let us take care of all the expenses required for a career in Caregiving: your State Registry costs, including DOJ fingerprinting and TB tests, We've got you covered!
• Benefits Galore! We have a generous PTO plan that allows you to cash in on your Paid Time Off whenever you’d like -no doctor’s note or other hoops to jump through! We also have our unique Caribou Reward System which sets Caregivers up to receive bonuses for doing a great job. Whether we hear about the great job you are doing for your client, you refer a new caregiver or client, get recognized as Caregiver of the Month, or take a last minute shift; we want to say thank you where it counts -with more money on your paycheck!
• Growth Opportunities - Elevate your Caregiving career with opportunities for professional development and advancement, supported by our caring office team. Our experienced Staffing Supervisors are here to support you every step of the way! Our Specialized Certifications Education Program equips you to understand and care for clients with Dementia, Parkinson’s, Diabetes, and many other health concerns. You will be PAID for taking the classes, which you can take any time of day, but you will also receive a raise in pay with the completion of each certification! We also offer raises for longevity, Dementia Competence, and our Caregiver Lead positions. Our Caregivers can now earn up to $28.50 per hour! 
• Secure Your Future - We prioritize your well-being with a Retirement Savings Plan, ensuring your future is as bright as the smiles you bring to our clients' faces!
• Weekly Pay – We know you need your paycheck as soon and as often as possible! You are paid the week following the week you work- every week! Direct deposit pays you even quicker.

Responsibilities:

• Assist clients with activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.
• Provide companionship and engage in meaningful activities with seniors
• Provide medication reminders and assistance with medication management
• Prepare and serve meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences
• Assist with transportation to appointments, errands, and community activities
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment for clients.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in caregiving preferred but not required.
• Compassionate and patient demeanor.
• Reliable transportation & valid driver's license.
• Proof of auto insurance with your name listed as a driver and a clean driving record.
• Ability to clear background check and drug screening.
• Dependability and integrity. 
• Desire to make a difference!