Visiting Angels
In Home Caregiver
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Job Description
Job Overview
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated In Home Caregivers to provide essential support and personalized care to individuals in their own homes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in patient care, home health services, and community support, with a genuine commitment to enhancing clients' quality of life. As an In Home Caregiver, you will play a vital role in assisting with daily activities, monitoring health conditions, and ensuring safety while fostering independence and dignity for those you serve.
Duties
- Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support.
- Provide medication administration and monitor vital signs in accordance with care plans and healthcare regulations.
- Support patients with specialized needs such as Alzheimer's, dementia, autism, or developmental disabilities through tailored care strategies.
- Prepare nutritious meals aligned with dietary requirements and assist with meal planning and cooking.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing light housekeeping tasks and ensuring infection control protocols are followed.
- Utilize manual handling techniques and patient transfer methods such as Hoyer lifts to ensure safe mobility assistance.
- Document patient observations, communicate effectively with healthcare teams, and adhere to HIPAA regulations to protect client privacy.
Requirements
- Proven experience working in home health, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or group homes.
- Knowledge of patient monitoring, care plans, medication management, and vital signs assessment.
- Familiarity with dementia care, memory care, hospice care, and Alzheimer's support strategies.
- Ability to perform manual handling tasks including heavy lifting and patient transfers safely.
- Certification in CPR and first aid is required; additional training in HIPAA compliance is preferred.
- Experience working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders or disabilities is highly desirable.
- Strong communication skills for client interaction and team collaboration; compassionate approach essential.
Join our team to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those requiring dedicated home care services!
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid orientation
- Referral program
Application Question(s)
- Are you able to transport the client in your own vehicle?
- Do you have valid car insurance?
- Ae you at least 18 years old?
Experience
* Caregiving: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification
* Do you have a valid Driver's License? (Required)
Work Location: In person
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