We are looking for competent Caregivers to care for our clients in a professional and compassionate manner in the JOHNSTOWN AND NORTHERN CAMBRIA areas.
Responsibilities:
- Help clients take prescribed medication
- Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
- Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
- Help clients with physical therapy exercises
- Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able)
- Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop
- Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own
- Be a pleasant and supportive companion
- Report any unusual incidents
- Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency.
- Job Requirements:
- Clean criminal background with valid clearances
- Proven experience as a caregiver
- Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid (CPR)
- Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
- Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
- Respectful and compassionate
- Good time management skills
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong ethics
- Physical endurance
- High school diploma or equivalent
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $10.00 - $13.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- On call
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: JOHNSTOWN & SURROUNDING AREAS