Caregiver

Caregiver

Home Helpers of Knoxville is currently hiring for full-time and part-time Caregivers. This home care position earns a competitive wage, depending on experience. We offer a $2/hour shift differential for weekend work. In addition to competitive pay and our supportive culture, we offer our Full-time Personal Care Assistants (PCA) / Caregivers the following benefits:

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Disability
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• A referral bonus program
• Caregiver of the month awards
• Mileage reimbursement

This direct care position offers flexibility and a variety of shifts, including nights and weekends. As a Caregiver, you get to help seniors and individuals with disabilities stay in their own homes and live with independence. You do more than just assist with meals, housekeeping, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, transportation, and appointments. While those tasks are important, you also provide direct care and socialization as you support them in visiting with friends, attending events, or working on hobbies. Staying active and socially engaged is critical for health and well-being and you help to provide that companionship. You make sure that they are mentally stimulated, physically active, and well-nourished, encouraging independence as much as possible. Additionally, you care for children in the home as needed when their parents are ill or disabled. You ensure that their homes are safe environments, reducing the likelihood of accidents. You are meticulous about providing prompt medication reminders. You report any changes or concerns promptly and provide detailed and accurate records of patient care. In this way, you provide real peace of mind for our clients and their families. Keeping the home running as normally as possible is your ultimate goal. Studies have shown that those who live at home and retain their independence are happier, healthier, and tend to live longer.

You feel great about providing this direct care for seniors and individuals with disabilities through the part you play in our excellent home care services program!

As an established locally owned senior care service, we've spent nearly 10 years catering to the health and wellness needs of families throughout the Knoxville area. Our mission is to be the most trusted and respected provider of comprehensive home care services for individuals who choose to remain independent wherever they call home. We pride ourselves on the healthcare services we provide and strive to be the family our clients need when their families can't be there. From hourly to 24-hour home care, we make sure that our clients get the one-on-one help that they need. Serving families in their homes is a special calling. Our talented and compassionate team is key to providing the outstanding care we are known for. They are the warm, bright faces our clients love to see every day. We only hire people who love and respect this generation. Our team has the passion, knowledge, and experience that people want in their caregivers. We do what we do because we want to make a positive impact in the lives of our clients!

Our ideal Caregiver:

• Adaptable - able to quickly adjust as conditions and customer needs change
• Hardworking - willing to do what is required to get the job done right
• Compassionate - showing concern for those you come in contact with
• Personable - have a positive, friendly disposition towards clients and customers
• Respectful - be kind, positive, and helpful

If these direct care traits sound like you, keep reading!

Requirements for a Caregiver:

• Valid driver's license
• Proof of insurance on your vehicle
• Ability to pass a drug screening
• Ability to pass a background check
• Heart for working with seniors and individuals with disabilities

If you meet the above requirements, we need you. Apply today to join our direct care team as a home care provider today!

Now Seeking Caregiver Applicants

Home Helpers Home Care, is seeking a caring, compassionate Caregiver to provide service for a client in your local area. We recognize our direct care staff as our greatest asset and offer: competitive compensation, initial & ongoing training, flexible hours, and a FRIENDLY & SUPPORTIVE WORK ATMOSPHERE.

Typical Job Duties Include:

• Aiding with activities of daily living
• Assisting with shopping, errands & transportation
• Pick up prescriptions & assist with telehealth visits
• Light housekeeping
• Meal preparation
• Providing companionship

Exceptional Caregiver Awards

Offering compassionate care to clients in their homes is a special calling. Every year Home Helpers Home care recognizes Caregivers who have gone above and beyond with the Exceptional Caregiver Awards. Check out some of the Exceptional Caregiver Award winners below:

John G. - Hinsdale, IL Nora D. - Columbus, OH Dennis G. - Dupage, IL Heather M. - Clearwater, FL Karena A. - Mequon, WI

We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer

At Home Helpers Home Care, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants who apply to be a part of our home health care family will receive consideration without regard for race, gender, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.

If you feel like you would be a great fit for our company, we invite you to apply! Every Home Helpers Home Care is an independently owned and operated franchise that uses the Home Helpers trademark under a license from H.H. Franchising Systems, Inc. All employees of local Home Helpers agencies are not employees of H.H. Franchising Systems, Inc, or any of its affiliates.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Home Helpers Corporate.