Caregiver

Visiting Angels Abilene, TX; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PPE Provided

Holiday Pay

Referral Bonuses

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Continuing Education

Job summary

Visiting Angels Abilene, TX is seeking compassionate caregivers to support seniors at home in the Big Country area. You will provide companionship, assist with daily activities, and help with mobility and transportation as needed.

The role offers opportunities for advanced training in dementia or Alzheimer's care, with a focus on compassionate, safety-conscious care and personal growth within a local team. A strong heart for service is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Compassionate, respectful, and patient demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with prescribed medications as directed.
• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility to and from appointments and activities.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene.
• Support clients with routine exercises.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients when able.
• Run errands or accompany clients during shopping.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks.
• Provide pleasant and supportive companionship.
• Report any unusual incidents.
• Act quickly and responsibly in emergencies.

Skills

Compassionate care

Emergency response

First aid

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Caregiver

Are you looking for a Caregiver job that will allow you to give back to your community and broaden your skills? Visiting Angels' office in Abilene is the place for you. The office in Abilene provides caregivers for the Big Country area including Buffalo Gap, Tuscola, Hawley, and many others. We are seeking one-of-a-kind individuals for job opportunities with our local team. Our caregiver jobs are for individuals who are truly committed to providing compassionate care to senior adults and those in need. We scour the entire Big Country region for people with strong backgrounds in home care or elderly care, a history of community involvement and, most of all, big hearts. A Caregiver job with Visiting Angels Abilene is much more than just a job, it's a chance to do some real good for families in Abilene and the surrounding area by becoming a companion to someone in need.

A Caregiver with Visiting Angels Abilene supports the seniors they serve with a wide range of responsibilities from light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation to one-on-one mobility assistance and providing transportation. A Caregiver job with us is also an opportunity for personal growth. We offer the opportunity for advanced training in areas like dementia care or Alzheimer's care so that caregivers can continue to develop their skills.

Shift Options

• Part Time
• 8 Hour Shifts
• 10 Hour Shifts
• 12 Hour Shifts
• PRN
• Short Shift

Benefits Offered

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• PPE Provided
• Holiday Pay
• Referral Bonuses
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay
• Continuing Education

Caregiver Responsibilities

• Help clients take prescribed medication
• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor's appointments, walks, etc.)
• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
• Help clients with routine exercises
• Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able)
• Do the client's shopping or accompany them when they shop
• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can't complete on their own
• Be a pleasant and supportive companion
• Report any unusual incidents
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

Caregiver Requirements

• Passion to serve others - a true caregiver
• Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
• Respectful and compassionate
• Good time management skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong ethics
• Physical endurance
• High school diploma or equivalent