Live in caregiver

At Your Side Home Care Houston; Burlington; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in home care is seeking dedicated live-in caregivers to provide essential personal care and homemaking services. This role is vital for ensuring client comfort and safety, requiring caregivers to work Monday through Friday with 24-hour support. Caregivers will enjoy a structured schedule with designated rest periods, while also engaging in meaningful interactions with clients. This position is perfect for compassionate individuals who thrive in a supportive environment and are committed to enhancing the quality of life for those they serve. If you are looking to make a significant impact in the lives of others, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to follow care plans and document tasks performed.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and homemaking services to clients.
• Assist clients with meal planning, food preparation, and housekeeping.
• Maintain communication with the clinical supervisor and document care given.

Skills

Personal Care

Housekeeping

Meal Planning

Communication Skills

Dependability

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Paid time off

Job Summary:

The Live-in caregiver provides personal care and homemaking services that contribute to the client's comfort and safety in the home. The live-in caregiver may work from Monday to Friday each week, providing 24-hour care during this time. The caregiver is given an 8-hour period to sleep at night (with this type of care a bed is provided). Although his/her sleep may be disrupted to provide care throughout the night, the caregiver is given a 4-hour break during daytime hours.

Essential Functions:

1. Functions within the limitations of the individual assignment.
2. Attends to the client's requests promptly.
3. Provides companionship, socialization, and housekeeping services.
4. Performs personal care activities.
5. Assists with meal planning, purchase of food, and food preparation.
6. Assists clients to live in a clean, safe environment:
1. Cleans bathrooms and kitchen, including stove and refrigerator.
2. Personal errands, per client and Agency request.
3. Laundry.
4. Vacuuming and dusting.
5. Changing bed linens.
7. Knows and follows infection control policies including proper hand washing techniques.
8. Maintains appropriate communication with the Clinical Supervisor (written and verbal) and with all members of the interdisciplinary team.
9. Documents care given and pertinent observations accurately as directed by the Care Plan/Nursing Supervisor.
10. Treats clients and families with respect. Maintains confidentiality.
11. Accepts and fulfills assignments with the Agency.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent certificate.
• Meets passing criteria on DEARS (Drugs and Ethics) test.
• Demonstrate ability to read, write, follow a written Plan of Care and document tasks performed.
• Be self-directed and work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate dependability, tact, patience, and the ability to follow instructions.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal communication skills.

This job description is used as a guide only and is not inclusive of responsibilities and job duties.