Caregiver

Home Instead - Evansville, IN; Mount Vernon (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Personalized training

Career path opportunities

companionship with aging adults

24/7 call support

Job summary

Home Instead - Evansville, IN is seeking a compassionate caregiver to join our growing team. The role involves assisting clients with personal care, mobility, meals, and daily activities in a one-on-one setting.

We offer flexible scheduling, patient-centered training, and opportunities for career growth. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required, with some night or weekend shifts possible.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; caregiver experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work nights and/or weekends.
• Ability to maintain health and safety standards.
• Compassionate and supportive demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance for clients by attending to basic needs.
• Remind clients to take prescribed medication.
• Assist with mobility around the house or during appointments.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene.
• Plan and prepare meals and assist with shopping.
• Perform housekeeping duties.
• Report unusual incidents and act quickly in emergencies.
• Offer daily living activities and assist with meals as needed.

Skills

Compassionate

One-on-one care

Flexible schedule

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hoyer Lift Experience

Job description

We are looking for a compassionate caregiver to join our growing team! The right candidate has a can-do attitude, a friendly demeanor, and the ability to provide many levels of support to our clients.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Person-centered training
• Career path opportunities
• Companionship with aging adults
• Rewarding experience
• 24/7 call support

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating
• Remind clients to take prescribed medication
• Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor's appointments, walks etc.)
• Assist with personal care and hygiene
• Plan and prepare mealsComplete client's shopping or accompany them to successfully do so
• Perform housekeeping duties
• Report any unusual incidents and act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
• Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary

Qualifications

• Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodations
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation every single day
• Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner
• Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends
• Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year)
• Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
• Supportive and compassionate
• High School Diploma or equivalent/Experience as a Caregiver
• Take pride in providing high quality care
• Hoyer Lift Experience (specific to client)

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.