CAREGiver

Home Instead; Scranton (Lackawanna County); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

New Hire Bonus

Quarterly Performance Bonus

Paid Training

Flexible Scheduling

$250 Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Home Instead in Scranton, PA, is looking for compassionate caregivers to provide personal assistance to seniors in their homes. Duties include personal care, companionship, transportation, and light housekeeping. We support flexible schedules and provide paid training to ensure success in your role.

Candidates must be willing to travel up to 25 miles and possess a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle. We offer competitive pay, bonuses, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Willing to travel up to 25 miles for shifts.
• Valid driver's license & reliable vehicle required.
• Ability to perform varied physical tasks for up to 8 hours.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including grooming and hygiene.
• Assist with safety and supervision.
• Carry out light housekeeping duties.
• Engage clients in conversation and companionship.
• Provide transportation for errands or appointments.
• Prepare meals and offer medication reminders.

Skills

Compassionate approach to seniors

Good listener

Ability to perform personal care tasks

Safe transportation

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM & MAKE A DIFFERENCE

We believe in enhancing the lives of aging adults and those who care for them. We encourage growth in ourselves while building value in our service to others. We provide a variety of services that allow our seniors to remain in their homes and meet the challenges of aging with dignity and compassion. We pride ourselves on our ability to support our caregivers 24/7 and give the best training to help you be successful as a professional caregiver.

Availability Blocks

Set Your Availability Blocks & We Will Work Around It! - Availability For Shifts MUST Include In One Or More Of The Following Blocks Of Time

• 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
• 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
• 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
• 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
• 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
• 8:00 pm to 8:00 am
• 10:00 pm to 8:00 am

Job Duties

Ability to exhibit poise and compassion for seniors and their property with grandeur and admiration; Ability to perform with clients receiving Hospice care or at end of life; Be a good & patient listener in a friendly and polite manner. All applicants must be willing and able to perform the following job duties:

• Personal Care (grooming, dressing, hygiene, bathing, toileting)
• Assist with Redirection, Stand-by Assist, Safety & Supervision
• Light Housekeeping and Laundry
• Engage in Activities, Conversation, & Companionship
• Transportation - errands or appointments
• Meal Preparation / Medication Reminders

Job Requirements

If you can answer yes to the questions below, apply today!

• Are you willing to travel up to 25 miles for shifts?
• Do you have a valid driver's license & reliable, personal vehicle with current auto insurance?
• Are you able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull for up to 8 hours? Varied assistance is required depending on the mobility of the client.
• Are you able to lift up to 25 lbs?
• Are you able to pass a Criminal Background Check and Driver History Check?

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• New Hire Bonus and Quarterly Performance Bonus
• Customized Schedules! we allow you to build a schedule that works with your life!
• Paid Training
• Supportive and Family Oriented Work Environment
• $250 Employee Referral Bonus

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