Alzheimers Caregiver

Cornerstone Caregiving; Roopville (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Cornerstone Caregiving in Georgia is seeking an Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregiver to provide dementia-informed, personalized care for clients living with Alzheimer's and related conditions.

You will deliver timely medication reminders, assist with mobility, personal care, meals, and light housekeeping, while offering companionship and calm de-escalation when needed. A minimum of 1–2 years in caregiving and the ability to travel between client homes are required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years caregiving experience, with direct experience Alzheimer's/dementia.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Completion of dementia-specific training within first 30 days.
• Willingness to travel between client homes.
• Strong communication and patience.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely reminders to clients about prescribed medications.
• Assist with mobility and fall-risk awareness.
• Provide personal care and hygiene support.
• Prepare meals aligned with dietary needs.
• Perform light housekeeping.
• Offer companionship and meaningful engagement.
• Use de-escalation techniques for confusion or sundowning.
• Support client safety, wandering prevention and supervision.
• Follow individualized care plans with RN guidance.
• Observe and report changes in cognition, mood or behavior.

Skills

Caregiving experience (1-2 years)

Direct, hands-on dementia care

Excellent interpersonal skills

Patience and emotional stability

Willingness to travel between client"s

Job description

Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregiver

Job Summary:

As an Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregiver at Cornerstone Caregiving, you will make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals living with Alzheimer's and dementia-related diseases. Our caregivers are dedicated to providing exceptional, dementia-informed care and support, with a focus on personalized care plans, patience, and consistency. This is a specialized role — we are looking for caregivers who understand the unique challenges of dementia care, not general caregiving alone.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Timely reminders to clients about prescribed medications
• Assisting with mobility in and around the house, including fall-risk awareness
• Personal care and hygiene support
• Preparing meals in line with dietary needs
• Light housekeeping
• Companionship and meaningful engagement
• Using redirection and calm de-escalation techniques for confusion, agitation, or sundowning
• Supporting client safety, including wandering prevention and supervision
• Following individualized behavioral care plans as directed by the office and RN
• Observing and reporting changes in cognition, mood, or behavior to the office/family
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of non-medical home care

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum 1-2 years of caregiving experience, with direct, hands-on experience caring for individuals with Alzheimer's and/or dementia (required)
• Working knowledge of common dementia behaviors (sundowning, wandering, repetition, agitation) and appropriate response techniques
• A genuine passion for helping others
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills
• Unwavering patience and emotional steadiness
• Willingness to travel between client homes
• Ability to pass a background check
• Completion of dementia-specific training modules within the first 30 days of hire (provided via Care Academy)

Desired Attributes:

• Sociable
• Confident
• Hardworking
• Compassionate
• Dependable
• Trustworthy
• Honorable

About Us:

Cornerstone Caregiving is proud to serve Southwest Atlanta and its surrounding areas, offering exceptional in-home care services. Our caregivers take the time to get to know each client individually, providing personalized care plans tailored to their needs. With a commitment to compassion and reliability, Cornerstone stands out as a trusted partner in maintaining independence and dignity.

Salary:

$15 - $20 HOURLY

Job Type:

SHIFTS

Minimum Years of Experience:

1

Join our team of compassionate caregivers and make a difference in the lives of others!