Caretaker Needed!

DELTA HOMECARE; Decherd (TN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedules

Full-time/Part-time/PRN

Certification reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Recognition programs

Career development

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Delta Homecare is seeking compassionate, dependable Caretakers to provide quality in-home support to individuals who need assistance with daily living activities in their own homes.

Caretakers will assist with personal care, mobility, meals, light housekeeping, companionship, and medication reminders, while following care plans and maintaining client privacy. We welcome caring individuals ready to make a positive difference in clients' lives.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene.
• Provide mobility support with transfers, walking, and positioning.
• Prepare meals and assist with eating when needed.
• Perform light housekeeping to maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Offer companionship and emotional support.
• Follow care plans and document notes accurately.
• Report changes in condition to supervisors.
• Protect client privacy and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Follow directions

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.