Caregiver

Village Caregiving - Albuquerque, NM; Espanola (NM); On-site; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Village Caregiving is the largest privately owned home care agency in the country, offering non-medical services from companionship to light housekeeping and transportation.

The caregiver role supports clients with mobility, personal care, therapy exercises, meals, shopping, and health reporting. A caring bedside manner and strong communication are essential. CPR preferred; HS diploma required; equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Previous caregiver experience preferred but not required.
• Current CPR (American Heart Association) Certification preferred.
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards.
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints.
• Must be respectful and compassionate with a good bedside manner.
• Outstanding communication, time management and interpersonal skills.
• Physical endurance to complete required tasks.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• 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 complete physical therapy and other recommended exercises.
• Do the client's shopping or accompany them when they shop if needed.
• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can't complete on their own, including preparing meals.
• Collect information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, doctors and family members.
• Report any unusual incidents to nurses, doctors and family members.
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency.

Skills

Caregiving experience

CPR certification

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Village Caregiving

Village Caregiving is the largest privately owned home care agency in the country. Though we'​ve grew over the years, our values remain the same - to serve as a reliable source of help, support, and compassion.

We work alongside your loved one as they navigate the aging process. Our caregivers provide basic home care services, supporting clients who need assistance with activities of daily living. Our personal, hands-on approach can range from companionship care to various non-medical services, including light housework, hygiene assistance, and transportation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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 complete physical therapy and other recommended exercises
• Do the client's shopping or accompany them when they shop if needed
• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can't complete on their own, including preparing meals
• Collect information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, doctors and family members
• Report any unusual incidents to nurses, doctors and family members
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

REQUIREMENTS

• Previous caregiver experience preferred but not required
• Current CPR (American Heart Association) Certification preferred
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
• Must be respectful and compassionate with a good bedside manner
• Outstanding communication, time management and interpersonal skills
• Physical endurance to complete required tasks
• High school diploma or equivalent

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws