Caretaker needed!

Delta Homecare; Blairsville (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Flexible scheduling

Career development opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Delta Homecare is seeking compassionate Caretakers to provide quality in-home support, ensuring clients maintain their independence and dignity in familiar surroundings.

As a Caretaker, you will assist with personal care, meal preparation, and light housekeeping. We offer competitive pay, flexible scheduling options, and opportunities for career advancement within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, dependable individuals who are dedicated to helping others.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to understand and follow care instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks including bathing and grooming.
• Provide support with mobility and everyday activities.
• Prepare meals and assist with eating as needed.
• Perform light housekeeping and routine household tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassion

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Delta Homecare is seeking compassionate, dependable, and dedicated Caretakers to provide quality in-home support to individuals who need assistance with daily living activities. As a Caretaker, you will play an important role in helping clients maintain their independence, dignity, comfort, and overall well-being while remaining in the familiar surroundings of their own homes.

We are looking for individuals who genuinely enjoy helping others and are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of those they serve.

Primary Responsibilities

As a Caretaker, your duties may include:

• Assisting clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and hygiene.
• Providing support with mobility, transfers, walking, and positioning.
• Preparing meals and assisting with eating when needed.
• Performing light housekeeping to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
• Assisting with laundry, changing linens, and routine household tasks.
• Offering companionship, conversation, and emotional support.
• Encouraging clients to remain active, engaged, and as independent as possible.
• Providing medication reminders according to the care plan and agency guidelines.
• Monitoring clients for changes in condition and reporting concerns to supervisors.
• Following individualized care plans and service instructions.
• Accurately completing required notes and documentation.
• Protecting client privacy and maintaining confidentiality.
• Communicating professionally with clients, families, and team members.
• Following company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Compassion, patience, and a strong desire to help others.
• Reliability, professionalism, and a positive attitude.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal directions.
• Ability to pass required background screenings.
• Compliance with all state, Medicaid, and agency requirements.
• Reliable transportation, when required for assigned shifts.

Experience Preferred

• Previous experience as a caretaker, personal care assistant, direct support professional, home care worker, or in a related caregiving role is preferred but not required.
• We welcome individuals with a caring heart and a willingness to learn.

Physical Requirements

This role may require:

• Standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Assisting clients with transfers and mobility support.
• Performing tasks outlined in the client's care plan while maintaining safety for both the client and yourself.

Benefits of Joining Delta Homecare

We value our team members and offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Flexible scheduling options
• Full-time, part-time, and PRN positions
• Partial reimbursement for CPR and First Aid certification
• Employee referral bonus opportunities
• Caregiver and employee recognition programs
• Opportunities for additional hours
• Supportive leadership and team environment
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Why Delta Homecare?

At Delta Homecare, our caretakers are the heart of our organization. We are committed to creating a respectful, supportive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to succeed. Every day, our team makes a meaningful difference in the lives of clients and families throughout our communities.