Caregiver

Always Family HomeCare; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting at $18 per hour

Pay raise to $20 after 3 months

Time and a half for holidays

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Always Family HomeCare in Arlington, VA seeks a compassionate Caregiver to provide companion and personal care for an elderly client at home. The role offers 8-hour shifts, with potential for flexibility as the client transitions to living with her husband.

A CNA/HHA certification is preferred to assist with incontinence care, light housekeeping, meal prep, and safe transfers with a Hoyer lift. Eligible candidates will have active US work authorization, a background check, a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• One year of documented experience as a Caregiver (HHA/PCA certificate or CNA license).
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Pass a background check and drug screen.
• Current Driver's License.
• Current TB test.
• Immunizations to include COVID-19.

Responsibilities

• Follows the instructions of the PAS Supervisor in providing personal assistance services.
• Provide assistance with hygiene such as bathing, oral care, and dressing.
• Assist with food preparation; serve food, performs errands, light housekeeping, laundry, wash dishes.
• Observe and report any safety hazards found in the client’s home or any significant observations regarding the client.
• Attend staff meetings, attend/complete 12 hours of annual in-services, and participates in orientation of new employees.
• Report client complaints to the PAS Supervisor.
• Report abnormal findings in client’s conditions as observed and per care plan to RN.

Skills

Compassionate care

Safety awareness

Reliable

Communication

Education

HHA/PCA certificate or CNA license

Tools

Smartphone access

Job description

Job Summary

Seeking a compassionate Caregiver to provide companion care for an elderly lady in Arlington. Expect 8 hour shifts. She is moving back home and will be living with her husband. She needs assistance with incontinence care, light housekeeping and meal preparation. She will have a Hoyer lift to assist with transfers and will require standby assistance while walking. Current CNA license is preferred.

Benefits:

• Start at $18 per hour.
• Opportunity for pay raise to $20 after 3 months.
• Time and a half for major holidays.
• Earn bonus for referring new Caregivers
• Earn bonus for referring new Clients

Electronic scheduling, payments, and shift-notes. Access everything you need through your smart-phone.
Flexible schedule. Work from the client's home.
Build caring relationships with seniors as you help them safely improve their quality of life.

Job Responsibilities

• Follows the instructions of the PAS Supervisor in providing personal assistance services.
• Provide assistance with hygiene such as bathing, oral care, and dressing.
• Assist with food preparation; serve food, performs errands, light housekeeping, laundry, wash dishes.
• Observe and report any safety hazards found in the client’s home or any significant observations regarding the client.
• Attend staff meetings, attend/complete 12 hours of annual in-services, and participates in orientation of new employees.
• Report client complaints to the PAS Supervisor.
• Report abnormal findings in client’s conditions as observed and per care plan to RN.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: One year of documented experience as a Caregiver (HHA/PCA certificate or current CNA license).
• Requirements:
  • Authorized to work in the United States
  • Pass a background check and drug screen
  • Current Driver's License
  • Current TB test
  • Immunizations to include COVID-19