Caregiver - 12 Hour Shift

Visiting Angels - Albuquerque, NM; Cedar Crest (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Referral Bonuses

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Visiting Angels of Albuquerque is hiring caregivers to serve clients across Cedar Crest, Albuquerque and surrounding areas. The 12-hour shift position emphasizes personal care, mobility support, meal prep, light housekeeping, and companionship in clients' homes.

You will follow individualized care plans, report health changes promptly, and participate in ongoing training. Requirements include a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, insurance, and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• First Aid and emergency response training is preferred.
• Reliable transportation and ability to manage multiple duties are expected.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Assist clients with light physical exercise or walks.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients.
• Handle light housekeeping duties.
• Report health changes or unusual incidents.
• Provide companionship and supportive interaction.
• Respond quickly in emergencies and accompany clients on outings.
• Remind clients to take medications as prescribed.
• Assist with mobility and ambulation at home and during appointments.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

First Aid

Time management

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Caregiver - 12 Hour Shift

Visiting Angels of Albuquerque is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the local area including Cedar Crest, Albuquerque, Tijeras, Sedillo, Carnuel, Sandia Heights, and many more. Come be part of an office that belongs to the nation's #1 network for at-home care. Make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career with flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities.

As a Visiting Angels Caregiver - 12 Hour Shift, you'll play a vital role in enriching the quality of life of clients and supporting their wellness in accordance with their custom care plans. This can include:

• Helping clients with personal care and hygiene
• Assisting clients with light physical exercise or walks
• Planning and preparing meals with clients
• Handling light housekeeping duties
• Reporting health changes or unusual incidents
• Providing pleasant, supportive companionship
• Responding quickly and responsibly in emergencies
• Accompanying and supervise clients during shopping trips
• Reminding clients to take prescription medications appropriately
• Providing assistance with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments/errands

Visiting Angels offers opportunities for advanced training in areas like dementia care and/or Alzheimer’s care for caregivers seeking to broaden their skills.

Caregiver - 12 Hour Shift Job Requirements:

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Possess a Valid Drivers License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle to use to transport clients
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must
• Training in First Aid and emergency response is required (provided if needed)
• Have excellent time-management skills and can juggle multiple duties at once
• Reliable transportation to get to and from client homes at the times you're scheduled to provide care
• Feel confident in your physical endurance when it comes to things like carrying groceries and physically supporting a client
• Feel comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to applicable dietary constraints
• Are willing and able to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (ex., background check)
• Bring compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten the day of each client to the table

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Referral Bonuses
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay

Shift Options

• Full Time
• Part Time
• 8 Hour Shifts
• 10 Hour Shifts
• 12 Hour Shifts
• PRN
• Short Shift