Caregiver for Seniors (Dayshift)

Always Best Care Senior Services; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior care is seeking dedicated Care Team members who possess compassion, reliability, and a willingness to learn. This role involves providing essential personal care to seniors, ensuring their comfort and well-being during challenging times. You will engage with clients, encouraging activities and fostering positive relationships, while also handling light housework and meal preparation. With flexible scheduling and paid training, this opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. If you have the heart to help and are ready to join a supportive team, we invite you to apply today!

Benefits

Paid training

Flexible Schedule

Paid time off

Weekly pay (direct deposit)

Weekend shift premiums

Qualifications

• Must be compassionate, reliable, and trustworthy to care for clients.
• Good communication skills are essential for interacting with clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including assistance with bathing, grooming, and toileting.
• Encourage activity and maintain positive relationships with seniors.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Trustworthiness

Good communication skills

Ability to care for others

Education

State Registered Nurse Aide (preferred)

18 years of age

Job description

Always Best Care of Greater Lexington is NOW HIRING for incredible Care Team members.

We have immediate openings for Caregivers and are offering competitive pay with great benefits.

If you think you have the heart, the compassion, and the willingness to learn, apply today and we will contact you within 24 hours!

Benefits:

1. Paid training
2. Flexible Schedule
3. Paid time off
4. Weekly pay (direct deposit)
5. Weekend shift premiums

Along with the support of an award-winning office team!

Qualities Needed:

To be part of our caregivers team, you must be extremely trustworthy, reliable, and attentive, as our clients will depend on you to take care of them during some of the darkest hours. Compassion is essential for this position.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Providing hands-on personal care including assistance with ambulation, transfers, toileting, bathing, grooming, etc.
2. Turning and repositioning as well as mouth care (for some high-level care clients).
3. Establishing open communication and developing friendly relationships with seniors and their families.
4. Encouraging activity and movement as well as inspiring a positive, can-do attitude when it comes to daily tasks, appointments, and hobbies.
5. Light housework and preparation of snacks, drinks, and med reminders may also be required. Each care plan is different.
6. Some clients have dementia and exhibit confusion and other behaviors, so a high level of energy and dedication will be required.

Other Requirements:

1. At least 18 years of age and eligible to work in the US.
2. State Registered Nurse Aide preferred but not required if experience and skill can be proven and demonstrated. If you do not have experience, apply anyway, as we can provide you with all the training you need.
3. Valid driver's license, car insurance, and reliable transportation.
4. Good communication skills including verbal and written and must be fluent in speaking in English.
5. Willing and able to pass a drug test and criminal background check.
6. Physically able to care for another human as demonstrated by the ability to stand for long periods of time and to carry 35 lbs a distance of 25 ft multiple times per day.

If you are dedicated to helping people, apply today, and let's talk about how we might be a good fit for you!

Always Best Care of Greater Lexington provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, etc.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time

Salary:

$15.00 - $17.50 per hour

Schedule:

1. 10 hour shift
2. 12 hour shift
3. 4 hour shift
4. 8 hour shift
5. Day shift
6. Evening shift
7. Holidays
8. Monday to Friday
9. Night shift
10. On call
11. Overnight shift
12. Overtime
13. Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person