Experienced Patient Caregiver 12Hr shifts

12Hr shifts are mandatory!

Client is 70 year old female. 5'4, 140lbs. She has MS and mostly bed and wheelchair bound. She needs assistance with, bathing, dressing and incontinence care and she transfers with a Hoyer lift. Has sub-pubic Cath. Caregiver will also assist with meals, medication and laundry. She likes to play cards and Uno, and play on her computer or phone. There is downtime and she has a video monitor in her room. Caregiver must drive and be vaccinated. She has a wheelchair van that cg must drive her in to appointments. 

At Golden Age Companions, we know that happy employees make happy clients. From the front desk to the founder, Golden Age Companions is dedicated to improving the lives of seniors and others who have reached the point in life where they need companion care.

We match clients with a carefully chosen, highly compatible caregiver because we believe that every caregiver is absolutely critical to our success. We are seeking more Caregivers to join our team!  If you have an interest in assisting in the daily care of an elder or disabled individuals and a desire to develop a career in the home health industry, apply today!

Benefits

• Employee Recognition
• Employee Gift Cards

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating
• Remind clients to take prescribed medication and assist clients with ambulation
• Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
• Assist with personal care and hygiene, plan and prepare meals and help with physical therapy exercises
• Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so
• Perform housekeeping duties and report any unusual incidents
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
• Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary

Qualifications

• Previous experience in personal care or other related fields 
• Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodations
• Ability to build rapport with clients
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation every single day
• Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner
• Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends
• Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
• Supportive and compassionate
• High School Diploma or equivalent/Experience as a Caregiver
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Take pride in providing high quality care
• Hoyer Lift Experience (specific to client)

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.