Job Summary
Join our dedicated team as an In Home Caregiver and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals requiring personalized care and support. In this vital role, you will provide compassionate assistance with daily activities, monitor health and safety, and promote independence within the comfort of clients’ homes. Your energy, empathy, and attention to detail will help create a safe, nurturing environment where clients can thrive and maintain their quality of life. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to deliver essential care while fostering trusting relationships with those you serve.
Duties
- Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using proper patient transfer methods such as Hoyer lifts when necessary
- Monitor patients’ vital signs and observe for any changes in health or behavior, documenting findings accurately in care plans
- Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and assist with feeding as required
- Administer medications following prescribed instructions while adhering to HIPAA regulations to ensure confidentiality and privacy
- Support clients with medication administration, ensuring proper timing and dosage under supervision or as directed by healthcare professionals
- Provide companionship and emotional support to reduce feelings of isolation, especially for clients with dementia or neurodevelopmental disorders
- Maintain a clean, safe environment by performing light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and organizing personal spaces
- Assist with transportation for medical appointments or community outings, ensuring safety during transfers and travel
Requirements
- Proven experience working in home health, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or group homes; experience with Alzheimer's care, memory care, or hospice is highly valued
- Knowledge of patient observation techniques, vital signs measurement, medication administration, and first aid/CPR certification
- Familiarity with manual handling equipment like Hoyer lifts and patient transfer methods to ensure safe mobility assistance
- Ability to work independently while following detailed care plans tailored to individual needs
- Strong communication skills for effective client interaction and collaboration with healthcare teams
- Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities or neurodevelopmental disorders is preferred
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for client outings and appointments
- Compassionate attitude combined with physical stamina for heavy lifting and assisting with ADLs in a variety of home settings
Join us in delivering exceptional home care that empowers clients to live comfortably and confidently. Your dedication can truly transform lives!
Pay: $16.50 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Can you work mornings? This is required
- What is your availability? Can you work weekends if needed?
- Can you also work in Marrietta Ga if we have cases? Not required
- Do you have a current CPR certificate and tb skin test? Required before starting a case.
- Please provide a work reference? The name and number of your last or current job.
- Can you pass a background check? Required
Experience:
- Home care: 4 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Certified Nursing Assistant II (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Carrollton, GA (Required)
Work Location: On the road
