Benefits/Perks

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Careers Advancement

Job Summary

We are seeking a Caregiver to join our team. In this role, you will make a difference in the lives of seniors and people with disabilities by enhancing their quality of life. Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene needs, light housekeeping and errands, dispensing medication, and other tasks that improve the client’s living environment and standards. The ideal candidate is patient, compassionate, and reliable.

Responsibilities

Ambulation, transfer, and positioning of clients

Assist with bathing, grooming, shaving, dental care, dressing, and eating

Knowledge of basic first aid and CPR

Meet client’s special needs as it relates to:

Home safety and sanitation

Infection control in the home

Medically related activities including:

Implement current certified nurse aide services

Ensure service plans of care are discussed with the Agency supervisor on a regular basis

Qualifications & Requirements

High school diploma or GED required

GA-registered CNA, completion of NLN exam online, and assessment of competency for services to be performed (must be signed off by a qualified person), OR completion of a provided 40-hour training curriculum and assessment of competency

One year full-time experience in personal care or in an institutional setting (such as a hospital or nursing home), OR one year full-time experience within the last five years in direct client care in a home care agency setting

Evidence of a sympathetic attitude toward elderly care

Demonstrated ability to read, write, and carry out directions

Evidence of maturity and ability to deal effectively with job demands

Good verbal and written communication skills

Attend 8 hours of personal care-oriented services per year

Participate in professional meetings when directed

Ability to work closely under supervision to ensure competence in providing client care

Must have a criminal history check conducted prior to being offered a position with the agency

Current TB skin test is required.

Physical Demands

Sufficient visual and hearing ability to comprehend written and verbal communication

Ability to:

Perform tasks involving activity, including heavy lifting and extensive bending and standing

Deal effectively with stress

Work assigned hours per week

Bend and stand an average of six (6) hours per day

Lift up to 30+ pounds

Drive up to 50+ miles per day

Assess and communicate with ill clients, co-workers, and the general public

Must be neat in appearance and practice good personal hygiene