Public Partnerships LLC

Caregiver/Personal Assistant

Floyd, VA, USPosted 23 days ago

Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Caregiver/Personal Assistant to provide exceptional support and assistance to an individual-72 year old male in need of daily care. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives by delivering personalized care that promotes independence, safety, and well-being. The ideal candidate will be energetic, detail-oriented, and committed to fostering a respectful and nurturing environment. This paid position is perfect for those passionate about caregiving, with a focus on enhancing quality of life through attentive and professional support.

Responsibilities

  • Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene
  • Monitor patients’ health by observing vital signs, managing medication administration, and updating care plans accordingly
  • Support residents with mobility using proper manual handling techniques and patient transfer methods such as Hoyer lifts or other assistive devices
  • Prepare nutritious meals tailored to dietary needs and assist with meal consumption when necessary
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and organizing personal spaces
  • Provide companionship and emotional support to promote mental well-being and reduce feelings of isolation
  • Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations to safeguard patient confidentiality and privacy at all times

Skills

  • Proven experience working with individuals with disabilities, developmental or intellectual disabilities, autism, or neurodevelopmental disorders
  • Strong knowledge of patient observation, monitoring vital signs, dementia care, Alzheimer’s care, memory care, and hospice care practices
  • Familiarity with assisted living facilities, nursing homes, home health services, and long-term care environments
  • Ability to operate patient transfer equipment such as Hoyer lifts safely and effectively
  • Excellent communication skills for client interaction and team collaboration
  • Knowledge of medication administration procedures and first aid/CPR certification for emergency response preparedness
  • Experience in meal preparation, home & community care services, and assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as grooming or mobility assistance
  • Ability to perform heavy lifting when required while maintaining safety standards for self and clients

Join us in providing compassionate care that truly makes a difference! We value energetic individuals who are eager to support others through dedicated service. This paid role offers the chance to grow your skills in geriatrics, home health, patient monitoring, and more—empowering you to positively impact lives every day.

Pay: From $13.88 per hour

Expected hours: 15.0 – 30.0 per week

Benefits

  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid sick time

Work Location: In person

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