Do you have a nurturing spirit and a desire to make a difference in someone's life? And a wish to earn a little extra money? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Our agency is expanding our roster in preparation for new clients. We are looking for people to do OVERNIGHT shifts – usually 12-hour shifts, most commonly 8:00pm to 8:00am or 7:00pm to 7:00am.

About the Clients:

Most of our clients are in the Sarasota-Bradenton area.

We try to match our caregivers with the specific needs and conditions of each client -- so that both client and caregiver are comfortable.

Some of our clients face cognitive challenges such as dementia, or physical challenges such as Parkinson’s.

Some of our clients remain mostly independent and take care of themselves in the bathroom but need companionship, light housekeeping, laundry help, maybe some cooking.

Others need significant help with the Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing and toileting. Some are fall risks.

Responsibilities:

Tending to the safety and comfort of clients with a wide variety of needs. You may need to walk with a client who is a fall risk, or walk alongside if they have a walker, or transfer them into a wheelchair and move them about. You may need to help with bathing and toileting. (We assign according to a caregiver's preferences.)

Monitoring a client’s condition while providing companionship and emotional support.

Preparing meals and medication reminders with some clients.

Doing light housekeeping for clients no longer able to tidy up their homes.

Accompanying client to appointments or outings as needed.

Reporting any changes in the client's condition to the care management team.

Requirements:

Prior experience in caregiving preferred but not required; training will be provided.

Compassionate and patient demeanor.

Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with clients and their families.

Dependability and trustworthiness with a strong work ethic.

Valid Florida driver's license and a reliable vehicle (with current registration and insurance).

A “Level II” background clearance. We can guide you in securing this if you do not have it.

A lack of any felony convictions.

Wage:

Our starting rate is $18.00/hour. It can vary in the case of a difficult client.

We are a caregiving agency run by caregivers. At Close To Home Caregivers, we know the challenges (and gratification) of caring for people who can’t care for themselves. We make every effort to find a good fit for our caregivers, and to honor the preferences of our caregivers regarding shifts and clients. If our caregivers are happy, our clients are going to be happy.

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