Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Live-In Caregiver to provide exceptional in-home care for clients requiring assistance with daily activities and medical needs. This role offers a unique opportunity to deliver personalized, respectful, and comprehensive care in a supportive environment. The Live-In Caregiver will be responsible for ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of clients by offering attentive personal care, medication management, and emotional support. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors, individuals with disabilities, or those recovering from illness or injury.
Duties
- Provide personal care assistance including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support, utilizing patient transfer methods such as Hoyer lifts when necessary
- Monitor and observe patients’ health status by recording vital signs and noting changes in condition using Electronic Health Record (EHR) or Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems
- Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as eating, toileting, and medication administration in accordance with medical directives and home healthcare regulations
- Support clients with memory care needs related to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia by implementing specialized techniques for safety and engagement
- Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations while documenting medical records accurately and securely
- Facilitate communication between clients, family members, and healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care plans
- Assist with household tasks including meal preparation, light cleaning, laundry, and ensuring a safe living environment
Skills
- Extensive experience working with geriatric patients, individuals with developmental disabilities or disabilities requiring specialized care such as catheter management or end-of-life support
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, medication management, vital signs monitoring, CPR, first aid, and basic life support procedures
- Proficiency in using EMR/EHR systems for accurate medical documentation and record keeping
- Ability to perform patient transfers safely using methods like patient lifts or Hoyer lifts while maintaining proper body mechanics
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with clients, families, and healthcare teams while maintaining patient confidentiality under HIPAA guidelines
- Familiarity with home health care assistance standards, hospice care protocols, dementia and memory care techniques
- Physical stamina for heavy lifting tasks and extended periods of standing or walking during shifts
- Experience working within home health agencies or providing live-in employment services is highly preferred
Qualifications
- Must have CMT Cretification.
- Proven experience in home & community care, assisted living, nursing home settings, or group homes is highly desirable
- Knowledge of patient observation, vital signs monitoring, medication administration, and CPR/First Aid certification required
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, Alzheimer’s or dementia is preferred
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and operate assistive devices such as Hoyer lifts or wheelchairs
- Strong understanding of HIPAA privacy standards and confidentiality protocols
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with clients, families, and healthcare teams
- Compassionate attitude with a genuine desire to improve the quality of life for others
- Flexibility to work in a live-in setting with adaptable schedules as needed
Join us in delivering compassionate care that transforms lives! This rewarding role provides an opportunity to foster independence while ensuring safety and comfort for those who need it most. We value your dedication to quality patient care and offer a supportive environment where your skills can truly make a difference.
Pay: $100.00 - $150.00 per day
Work Location: In person
