Caregiver

Open Arms Personal Care, Inc; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay Rates

Health, Dental, Vision Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

Ongoing, Paid Training

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

A leading caregiver service provider in Norfolk, Virginia is seeking a compassionate and dependable Caregiver to assist clients with daily activities, ensuring dignity and independence. Responsibilities include providing personal hygiene assistance, medication reminders, and meal preparation. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and experience in healthcare. This role offers competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodations.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation every day.
• Prior experience in healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year).

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients.
• Remind clients to take prescribed medication and assist with mobility.
• Help with planning and preparing meals.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Reliability

Adaptability

Experience in healthcare or in-home care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

We’re looking for a compassionate and dependable Caregiver to provide exceptional support to our clients in their homes. In this role, you’ll assist with daily activities while helping individuals maintain dignity, independence, and quality of life.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay Rates
• Health, Dental, Visions Benefits - For full time staff
• Flexible Scheduling! We'll work around your lifestyle and other personal obligations
• On-going, Paid Training
• Referral Bonuses
• Caregiver Recognition and Appreciation Programs
• Short Commute Times - We'll find the cases closest to your home as best we can
• And More!

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 and assist clients with ambulation
• Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
• Assist with personal care and hygiene, plan and prepare meals and help with physical therapy exercises
• Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so
• Perform housekeeping duties and report any unusual incidents
• 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.