Caregiver Job Description
At Home Instead, caring is our passion, and it starts with our CAREGivers. The passion to care is already in some people; they just have to give it a purpose. You'll be working for the company who first introduced in-home senior care to the world. We pride ourselves on providing best-in-class service, training, education, and opportunities for career advancement. We're a family and families trust and support each other inside and outside of the workplace, which is why giving back to the community is also important to us. We have an office that you can come to and lean on for support, talk to the staff, share stories and seek advice. We trust each other and we look out for each other. As a dedicated CAREGiver, you can help families restore balance, order, and peace to their lives and help their senior loved ones remain at home. Home Instead CAREGivers provide a variety of non-medical services including companionship, home helper services, and personal care Home Instead CAREGiver's benefit from initial and on-going job training, personalized scheduling, and the opportunity to meet new people and develop meaningful relationships. This is what our clients need: Companionship and conversation Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation Medication and appointment reminders Assistance with grooming and bathing Assistance with toileting and incontinence issues Transportation for Doctor appointments and errands Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care (Training Provided) *Experience preferred, but not required - skills training provided by Home Instead* Requirements to be a CAREGiver: Ability to treat and care for seniors and their property with dignity and respect Ability to pass a drug screen, motor vehicle, and background check. Be a good and patient listener in a friendly and polite manner. Possess a valid driver’s license and valid auto insurance. Possess your own, reliable vehicle to use during shifts. We have a variety of shifts available with competitive pay and benefits. Turn your Passion into a Career! We Offer: Competitive wages Tax-advantaged SIMPLE IRA plan with company matching contribution up to 3% (Length of employment required) Company-paid Life Insurance Company-paid Legal Plan