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Akin Care Senior Services

Live-In Caregiver

Princeton, NJ · On-site

$200/day

Live-In Caregiver 24-Hour In-Home Support Block Schedule | Private Room & Meals | Princeton Why ... Confidence with safe transfers and basic housekeeping/cooking. * Ability to lift 50 lbs and remain ...

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In Home Housekeeper or Caregiver (Calera, AL)

In Home Housekeeper or Caregiver (Calera, AL)

Visiting Angels

Calera, AL • On-site

Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Visiting Angels rating

5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 272 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

167th of 228 rated social care providers

Job description

In Home Housekeeper or Caregiver
Visiting Angels of Birmingham is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the local area including Calera, Birmingham, Saginaw, Montevallo, Alabaster, Pelham, and many more. Come be part of an office that belongs to the nation's #1 network for at-home care. Make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career with flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities.
As a Visiting Angels In Home Housekeeper or Caregiver, you'll play a vital role in enriching the quality of life of clients and supporting their wellness in accordance with their custom care plans. This can include:
  • Assisting clients with light physical exercise or walks
  • Planning and preparing meals with clients
  • Handling light housekeeping duties
  • Reporting health changes or unusual incidents
  • Providing pleasant, supportive companionship
  • Responding quickly and responsibly in emergencies
  • Accompanying and supervise clients during shopping trips
  • Reminding clients to take prescription medications appropriately
  • Providing assistance with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments/errands

Visiting Angels offers opportunities for advanced training in areas like dementia care and/or Alzheimer's care for caregivers seeking to broaden their skills.
In Home Housekeeper or Caregiver Job Requirements:
  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Posses a Valid Drivers License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle to use to transport clients
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must
  • Training in First Aid and emergency response is required (provided if needed)
  • Have excellent time-management skills and can juggle multiple duties at once
  • Reliable transportation to get to and from client homes at the times you're scheduled to provide care
  • Feel confident in your physical endurance when it comes to things like carrying groceries and physically supporting a client
  • Feel comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to applicable dietary constraints
  • Are willing and able to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (ex., background check)
  • Bring compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten the day of each client to the table

Benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • PPE Provided
  • Holiday Pay
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Direct Deposit
  • Weekly Pay
  • Overtime

Shift Options
  • Full Time
  • Part Time
  • 8 Hour Shifts
  • 10 Hour Shifts
  • 12 Hour Shifts
  • PRN
  • Short Shift
  • Live-in

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About Visiting Angels

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Visiting Angels is a locally owned and operated home care franchise dedicated to ensuring that seniors are able to age gracefully in the place that we call home.

Industry

Health care and social assistance, home health care services, personal services and fitness and sports centers

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Bryn Mawr, PA, US

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