Americare Pinellas

Job Summary

AmeriCARE Pinellas is looking for a compassionate caregiver to join our growing team! The right candidate has a can-do attitude, a friendly demeanor, and the ability to provide many levels of support to our clients. Caregivers will provide the most personalized in-home care possible one patient at a time.   Our care team will continually work to promote independence, improve quality of life, share in joy, and help our clients stay safe and Happier@Home

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Enjoy a industry leading compensation package. Great Start Rate. 
• Paid Training: Receive comprehensive training to enhance your caregiving skills.
• Flexible Scheduling: Choose shifts that fit your availability and personal schedule.
• 401K: Participate in a retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Advance your career within the organization.
• Paid In-House Training / CareAcademy: to keep up with AHCA training requirements.
• Referral Bonuses: Earn bonuses for referring new employees or clients.
• Workers Comp and Liability Insurance: Employer-paid coverage.
• Mileage Reimbursement: Receive reimbursement for client transportation.
• Additional Bonuses and Awards: Recognitions based on performance and dedication.
• Pay "On Demand" with Tap check.   

• 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 
• Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
• Assist with personal care and hygiene
• Plan and prepare meals
• Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so
• Light housekeeping duties
• Report any unusual incidents and 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

• 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
• 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
• Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year)
• Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
• Supportive and compassionate
• High School Diploma or equivalent/Experience as a Caregiver
• Take pride in providing high quality care
• Hoyer Lift Experience (specific to client)
• CNA or HHA Certified Preferred