Caregiver - 12 Hour Shift

Visiting Angels - Santa Fe, NM; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Referral Bonuses

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Sick Pay

Job summary

Visiting Angels - Santa Fe, NM is seeking a dedicated Caregiver for 12-hour shifts to assist clients in their homes across Santa Fe and nearby areas. You will support personal care, mobility, meals, and daily activities according to individualized care plans.

The role emphasizes compassionate client interaction, reliability, and adherence to safety standards. Training opportunities in dementia and Alzheimer’s care are available for those seeking to broaden their skill set.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license, car insurance and reliable personal vehicle to transport clients.
• First Aid training and emergency response training required (provided if needed).
• Excellent time-management and ability to juggle multiple duties.
• Reliable transportation to client homes at scheduled times.
• Comfort with light housekeeping and cooking while adhering to dietary constraints.
• Willingness to comply with health and safety standards and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Support light physical activity or walks with clients.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks for clients.
• Report health changes or incidents to supervisor.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Respond promptly in emergencies.
• Escort clients on shopping trips.
• Remind clients to take medications as prescribed.
• Assist with mobility and errands at appointments.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Reliability

First Aid

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Caregiver - 12 Hour Shift

Visiting Angels of Santa Fe is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the local area including Espanola, Los Alamos, Las Vegas, Taos, 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 Offered

• Holiday Pay
• Referral Bonuses
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay
• Sick Pay

Shift Options

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