CNA- Companion-Personal Care Giver

Job Description

Job Description

Feel appreciated for what you do. Experience a unique rewarding career. Take pride in your work. Make a difference in our seniors’ lives.

We are looking to grow our team of caregivers—we’re seeking a dedicated caregiver who wants to join a team who shares the same goal of spreading joy to our clients. Let’s make a difference together by ensuring our clients live their best lives every day. We are excited to learn about you and hopefully welcome you into our compassionate caregiving team!

Qualifications:

• A genuine desire to assist others and improve their quality of life
• Compassionate, patient, and understanding of the needs of our clients
• Ability to treat clients with dignity and respect
• Ability to read, write and speak English at an average adult level
• Ability to drive or use public transportation to get to work
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must possess a valid social security number
• Complete any required health screenings as required
• Valid driver’s license with no serious driving violations
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to new situations
• Pass a criminal background check prior to employment with Senior Helpers

Responsibilities:

• Offer companionship and emotional support to our clients
• Assist with daily living activities including eating, walking, dressing, and other ADLs as needed
• Collaborate with client’s care team to provide client updates and important health changes
• Light housekeeping
• Household management
• Errands
• Apparel selection (i.e. laying out clothes)
• Meal planning & preparation
• Laundry & linen changing
• Medication reminders
• Transportation using client’s vehicles or your own
• In sleep over or live in situations
  • Prepare sleeping area at night
  • Assist client as requested during the course of the night

What We Offer:

• A heartwarming and rewarding opportunity to positively impact our seniors’ lives

• Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle

• Supportive and kind-hearted team environment with future growth opportunities

We are:

• Great Place to Work® Certified

• a Certified Age Friendly Employer

• a Military Spouse Employment Partner

A Day in the Life of a Caregiver

In the simplest terms, a caregiver is a person who provides care for another. When it comes to our team, caregivers play a vital role. Our caregivers are the driving force for positively improving the lives of seniors in our community. They make a direct impact in providing care to seniors who wish to age in the safety and comfort of their home instead of an assisted living facility, an independent living facility, a senior living community, or a nursing home.

Every client will have different needs that they require assistance with, but we make sure to match our clients and caregivers for the optimal fit. Care provided could include activities of daily living (ADLs) such as grooming, eating, walking, bathing, and other self-care tasks. It could also include assisting with fun hobbies and games that a client enjoys.

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