Caregiver

About Company

We are a veteran owned company focused on helping veterans maintain the quality of life they've always known. Our dedicated team provides every veteran with the highest level of personal care in the comfort of their own home.

Homecare for veterans is a vital component of honoring their service and ensuring they receive the care they deserve. By adopting a compassionate approach, homecare providers can make a significant difference in the lives of veterans, helping them heal and thrive in their communities. It is our duty to support those who have given so much for our freedom, and compassionate homecare is one of the ways we can express our gratitude and respect.

Veterans may face a range of challenges when reintegrating into civilian life. These challenges can include:

Physical Injuries: Many veterans return home with physical injuries that require ongoing medical care and support.

Mental Health Issues: Conditions like PTSD, depression, and anxiety are common among veterans and require specialized care.

Social Reintegration: Adjusting to civilian life can be difficult, and veterans often need support in rebuilding relationships and finding their place in society.

Compassionate Friends Homecare LLC provides the following services

Medical Care: Non-Skilled nursing care can help manage physical injuries and chronic conditions.

Mental Health Support: Our caregivers can assist with emotional, psychological and social well being.

Daily Living Assistance: Assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, incontinence care, meal preparation, medication reminders, mobility assistance, personal hygiene, companionship, errands/shopping, assistance with eating, light housekeeping, weekend care, respite services, and surgery recovery helps veterans maintain independence.

About the Role

As a Caregiver in the Health Care and Social Assistance industry based in Dover, OH, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals who require assistance with daily living activities. This position involves providing compassionate, personalized care to clients in their homes or care facilities, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being. You will be responsible for supporting clients with tasks such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, medication reminders, and mobility assistance, fostering an environment of dignity and respect. The role requires strong interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with clients and their families, as well as the ability to observe and report any changes in health or behavior. Ultimately, your work will contribute significantly to the physical and emotional health of those you serve, promoting independence and improving overall life satisfaction.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience using a Hoyer Lift.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid caregiver certification or completion of a recognized caregiver training program.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Ability to pass background checks and drug screenings as required by state regulations.
• Demonstrated experience in providing personal care and support to elderly or disabled individuals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in home health care or assisted living environments.
• Additional certifications such as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Home Health Aide (HHA).
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology and understanding of common chronic conditions.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to document care accurately and communicate effectively with healthcare teams.
• Bilingual abilities or experience working with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals according to dietary requirements and preferences.
• Provide medication reminders and monitor clients for any adverse reactions or changes in condition.
• Support mobility and physical exercises as recommended by healthcare professionals to maintain or improve client mobility.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment for clients, including light housekeeping tasks.
• Document care provided and report any significant changes in client health or behavior to supervisors or healthcare providers.
• Offer companionship and emotional support to reduce feelings of isolation and promote mental well-being.
• Coordinate with family members and healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care plans are followed.

Skills

The required skills such as personal care techniques, medication management, and safety awareness are applied daily to ensure clients receive attentive and effective support tailored to their individual needs. Communication skills are essential for interacting compassionately with clients and their families, as well as for accurately documenting care activities and reporting health changes. Time management and organizational skills help in balancing multiple client needs and maintaining a clean and safe environment. Preferred skills like knowledge of medical terminology and additional certifications enhance the caregiver’s ability to understand and respond to complex health conditions, improving the quality of care. Cultural sensitivity and bilingual communication skills further enable caregivers to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust and comfort.

Please note this list is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

Compassionate Friends Homecare LLC is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on current need and merit. Creating an inclusive and professional environment where employees feel comfortable, safe, and free from inappropriate and disrespectful conduct is a core value here. Compassionate Friends Homecare LLC does not discriminate against or tolerate harassment by anyone on the basis of race (including hair that is part of the cultural identification of an ethnic group or that is a physical characteristic of an ethnic group, such as braids, locks, or twists), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, military status, mental or physical disability, genetic information (including family medical history), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. These prohibitions apply in the workplace, on business trips, during business meetings, at business-related social events, and at any other location where Compassionate Friends Homecare LLC-sponsored events take place. Compassionate Friends Homecare LLC is also committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and sexual harassment, which is offensive, a violation of Compassionate Friends Homecare LLC policies, and unlawful. Compassionate Friends Homecare LLC will penalize people who engage in discrimination or sexual harassment or allow such behavior to continue, and employees that violate this policy will be subject to discipline, up to and including termination.

Disclaimer

Employee hours are not guaranteed and will vary. Employees may accept or decline offered shifts based on their availability. In order to remain active in the agency's system, the employee must work at least one shift per month. Employees are eligible to move back to an active status should they wish to pick up a shift. PRN employees are generally not eligible for Agency benefits.

Applicants will be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, Compassionate Friends Homecare LLC will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Company grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, Compassionate Friends Homecare LLC retains the right to change or assign other duties to this In-Home Caregiver position.

Application Deadline

Compassionate Friends Homecare LLC accepts applications on a rolling basis.

Even if your qualifications don’t match our criteria exactly, we welcome you to apply if you have an interest and feel you would be able to succeed in this position. We have found that people with a diversity of backgrounds and variety of experiences in our workforce creates a more rewarding, dynamic, and effective work life.

30 hours: Monday- Saturday-(4- 5 hours) shifts starting at 11AM and Sundays- (4-5 hours) shift starts at 9:30AM