Companionship Home Care Aide

Visiting Angels of West Springfield

Companionship Home Care Aide

Feeding Hills, MA
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k) matching

    Competitive salary

    Flexible schedule

    Free uniforms

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Parental leave

    Training & development

    Wellness resources

    Feeding Hills, MA - part-time, Mondays and Wednesday or Friday - 9:30a-1:30p; companion care, transportation assistance, caregiver with vehicle needed. Can be combined with other clients to achieve your desired number of hours.

    A female client in Feeding Hills is in need of your help! Mrs. M's family is looking for some in-home assistance for her on Mondays and either Wednesdays or Fridays from 9:30am-1:30pm. She's had some cognitive decline and is needing some companionship as well as transportation around town. Please consider applying if you have a personal vehicle and are able to help Mrs. M!

    Visiting Angels is "America's Choice In Homecare!" We are a non-medical, private pay & VA senior provider operating since 1999. Our work culture is top notch. We have many caregivers that have been with us for several years.

    Responsibilities:

    Transport clients to and from appointments, errands, etc.

    Assist patients with daily activities such as moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles

    Care for patients by changing bed linens, doing laundry, cleaning the home, or assisting with personal care

    Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with supervisor

    Build relationships with patients by conversing or reading aloud to help keep them mentally healthy and alert

    Requirements:

    1+ years of experience in direct care

    Punctuality, reliability, compassion, patience, empathy

    Strong ability to read, write, understand, and speak English so as to:

    Read ADL's

    Communicate verbally with clients, families, co-workers, and administrative staff

    Vehicle or transportation

    Ability to add Business class 30 to insurance

    Valid MA Driver's License

    Pass a background check

    At least 2 professional references (not friends)

    Be willing to accept at least 1 e/o weekend shift

    Preferred:

    HHA or CNA certification (not required, we work with applicants to get HCA certified)

    Benefits:

    401k matching

    Free uniforms and supplies

    Lots of training and opportunities for advancement

    Paid time off/sick time

    Parent leave

    Office celebrations/holiday parties

    Flexible schedule

    Overtime pay