Caregiver

Comfort Keepers group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior care company in Laveen, AZ seeks dependable Caregivers to provide personal care and support services for the elderly. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, providing companionship, and maintaining a safe environment. Ideal candidates are compassionate, reliable, and have transportation. Must complete required training and background checks. This position offers a chance to positively impact seniors' lives.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate satisfactory completion of any mandated training.
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
• Must complete Comfort Keepers training and orientation program.

Responsibilities

• Provide general attention to clients' non-medical needs.
• Complete light housekeeping tasks.
• Assist clients with community trips and appointments.
• Remind clients to take self-administered medications.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Reliable

Compassionate

Effective communication

Time management

Job description

We are currently seeking highly dependable, mature, and reliable Caregivers who love to care for the elderly and want to make a difference in the lives of seniors! Our Caregivers provide personal care, transportation, and support services to clients in a Comfort Keepers established Personal Care Program

Location: Laveen, AZ

Essential Functions

• Provides general attention to clients non-medical needs in accordance with an established Plan of Care.
• Provides for a clean, safe, and healthy environment for clients by completing light housekeeping tasks including laundering of client’s garments and linens.
• May prepare and serve meals as directed. Ensures that dishes are washed and kitchen clean after each meal.
• Assists client in completing necessary phone calls, letter writing, etc. Accompanies client on walks, community trips, doctor’s office, bank, beauty salons, etc.
• Reminds client to take self-administered medications.
• Observes and reports any changes in the client’s mental, physical, or emotional condition or home situation to immediate supervisor in a timely manner.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication and a professional relationship with clients, family members, and co-workers.
• Participates in in-service and continuing education programs, staff meetings, and client conferences as requested by immediate supervisor.
• Completed required documentation of services delivered and submits to office in a timely manner according to policy.
• Uses equipment and supplies safely and properly.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding client information.
• Provides companionship for the client including, but not limited to: talking and listening, reading aloud, providing social and emotional support. Promotes the client’s mental alertness through involvement in activities of interest. Provides emotional support and promotes a sense of well-being.
• Other reasonable related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate satisfactory completions of any stated mandated training.
• Applicant must be bondable and meet or exceed minimum qualifications for each of the following background checks: Criminal Background Investigation, Motor Vehicle Driving Record, Credit History, Professional and Personal Reference Checks, and give permission to submit to random drug and alcohol testing.
• Must have reliable transportation and fulfill assignments with reliability and punctuality. Must have a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Must satisfactorily complete Comfort Keepers training and orientation program.