Caregiver

Visiting Angels - Corsicana, TX; Ferris (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for advanced training

Flexible scheduling

Chance to give back to the community

Job summary

A local caregiving agency in Ferris seeks compassionate Caregivers dedicated to assisting seniors with personal care and companionship. This role includes responsibilities such as helping clients with mobility, medication, and daily activities while ensuring their safety and well-being. Ideal candidates should have strong interpersonal skills, a high school diploma, and a passion for serving others. Opportunities for advanced training in areas like dementia care are available, making this more than just a job; it's a chance to make a real difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Passionate about serving others and providing compassionate care.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and provide first aid.
• Respectful and compassionate towards clients.

Responsibilities

• Help clients take prescribed medication.
• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene.
• Plan and prepare meals with client assistance.
• Perform light housekeeping duties.
• Report unusual incidents to supervisors.
• Act quickly in emergencies.

Skills

Passion to serve others

Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid

Knowledge of housekeeping activities

Good time management skills

Outstanding communication skills

Strong ethics

Physical endurance

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 Corsicana is the place for you. The office in Corsicana provides caregivers for the local area including Ferris, Corsicana, Ennis, Palestine, Fairfield, Athens, 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 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 Corsicana is much more than just a job, it’s a chance to do some real good for families in Corsicana and the surrounding area by becoming a companion to someone in need.

A Caregiver with Visiting Angels Corsicana 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.

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