Private Caregiver

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Private Caregiver to provide exceptional in-home and community-based support to two individuals with diverse needs. This energetic role involves assisting clients with daily activities, ensuring their safety, and promoting independence while fostering a warm, respectful environment. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about enhancing quality of life through personalized care. This paid position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve, supporting their physical, emotional, and social well-being.

Duties

• Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene
• Monitor patients’ health status by observing vital signs, medication adherence, and overall condition
• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and preferences
• Support mobility and transfer using proper techniques such as gait belts and patient transfer methods
• Maintain accurate care plans and document progress, changes, or concerns in compliance with HIPAA regulations
• Provide transportation assistance for appointments, errands, or social outings within the community
• Perform light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a safe living environment
• Administer medication as prescribed and assist with medical procedures under nursing supervision when necessary
• Offer companionship and emotional support to promote mental well-being and reduce feelings of isolation
• Follow all safety protocols including first aid, CPR certification requirements, and manual handling procedures

Skills

• Proven experience working with individuals with disabilities, neurodevelopmental disorders, or in senior care settings such as assisted living or nursing homes
• Strong patient observation skills to identify changes in health status or behavior patterns
• Knowledge of dementia care, Alzheimer’s care, memory care, and hospice support practices
• Familiarity with care plans development and implementation tailored to individual needs
• Ability to perform patient monitoring including vital signs assessment and medication administration
• Experience working with residents’ rights policies and maintaining confidentiality per HIPAA standards
• Skilled in manual handling techniques including heavy lifting and patient transfers using equipment like Hoyer lifts
• Excellent communication skills for client interaction and collaboration with healthcare teams
• Capable of assisting with complex tasks such as assisting with ADLs and providing personal transportation assistance
• Knowledge of home health practices, geriatrics, social work principles, and long-term care procedures
• First aid certification (including CPR) required; additional certifications in hospice or home & community care are advantageous

Join us in delivering compassionate caregiving that empowers individuals to live safely, comfortably, and independently. Your dedication can truly transform lives!

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 30.0 per week

Work Location: In person