Caregiver

Home Helpers; Gainesville (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Business Draft, Inc. in Gainesville, VA seeks a Part-Time Caregiver to provide non-medical support in clients' homes, helping them stay safe and comfortable with flexible scheduling that fits around other commitments.

The caregiver will assist with daily activities, meals, light housekeeping, companionship, mobility support, and medication reminders, while following each care plan and reporting changes to the Care Manager.

Qualifications

• Prior caregiving experience preferred.
• Willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred.
• Ability to pass background check and health screenings.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting).
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding as needed, accounting for dietary restrictions.
• Provide light housekeeping, laundry, and errands.
• Offer companionship and engage clients in meaningful activities.
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and use of assistive devices.
• Provide medication reminders (not administration).
• Monitor and report changes to the Care Manager.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care provided at each visit.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Compassionate

Reliable transportation

Strong communication

Problem solving

Background checks

CPR/First Aid willingness

Education

CNA/HHA certification

Job description

Position Summary:

The Part-Time Caregiver provides consistent, compassionate, non-medical support to a regular roster of clients, helping them live safely and comfortably at home. This flexible position is well-suited to caregivers seeking a schedule that fits around other commitments while still making a meaningful difference in clients' lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist clients with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting)
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding as needed, accounting for dietary restrictions
• Provide light housekeeping, laundry, and errands
• Offer companionship and engage clients in meaningful, personalized activities
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and use of assistive devices
• Provide medication reminders (not administration, unless certified/permitted by state law)
• Monitor and promptly report changes in client condition to the Care Manager
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of care provided at each visit
• Build consistent, trusted relationships with a regular caseload of clients
• Follow each client's individualized care plan and safety protocols

Qualifications:

• Prior caregiving experience preferred (personal, professional, or CNA/HHA certification a plus)
• Compassionate, dependable, and able to commit to a consistent full-time schedule
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred
• Ability to pass a background check, drug screening, and required health screenings
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift/assist clients up to 50 lbs with proper technique
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and move throughout a full shift
• Comfortable working in clients' homes, including with pets