Job Overview
Join our compassionate team as an In Home Caregiver, where your dedication and skills will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals requiring personalized care. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive support to clients in their homes, promoting independence, safety, and well-being. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will help create a nurturing environment that fosters trust and comfort for those you serve. Whether assisting with daily activities or monitoring health needs, your efforts will empower clients to live their best lives every day.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene
- Support patients with mobility and transfers using proper techniques such as Hoyer lifts and patient transfer methods
- Monitor vital signs and observe patient conditions to ensure safety and well-being
- Administer medication following care plans and HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality and compliance
- Prepare nutritious meals tailored to dietary needs and assist with meal planning and cooking
- Provide transportation assistance for medical appointments, errands, or community outings
- Maintain detailed documentation of patient care activities, observations, and updates in compliance with healthcare standards
- Support patients with dementia, Alzheimer's, autism, or other neurodevelopmental disorders through specialized memory care and behavioral support
- Perform light housekeeping tasks including cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a safe environment
- Communicate effectively with clients’ families and healthcare teams to ensure coordinated care plans are followed
Experience
- Prior experience working in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home health settings preferred
- Knowledge of patient observation techniques, medication administration, and vital signs monitoring required
- Hands-on experience with dementia care, Alzheimer's care, hospice care, or memory care highly valued
- Familiarity with manual handling equipment such as Hoyer lifts and patient transfer methods essential
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities or neurodevelopmental disorders including autism or intellectual disabilities support preferred
- Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and confidentiality standards in healthcare environments
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely when assisting with patient transfers or mobility support
- Certification in CPR and First Aid required; additional certifications in caregiving or nursing are a plus
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients and their families while providing compassionate care
- Home & community care experience that includes assisting with personal transportation and supporting long-term care needs is highly desirable
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you available Fulltime or part time? Can you work morning shift? Required
- Can you work weekends? If seeking part time?
- Can you provide a work reference? Required
- Do you have a current TB skin test and CPR certification? Required before you can start
- Bed bound patients do not get out of the bed but require a bed bath, grooming, changing , rotating, changing bed linen, feeding, watching the patient and making sure he stays dry.
Experience:
- Home care: 4 years (Required)
- Bed bound patient : 4 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Certified Nursing Assistant II (Required)
- PCA (Required)
- Certified Medical Assistant (Required)
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Gainesville, GA (Required)
Work Location: On the road
