Companion Caregiver

Right at Home Northeast Nebraska; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Training and support

Job summary

Right at Home Northeast Nebraska is seeking compassionate companions in the Atlanta area who want to grow in senior care. You will provide companionship, assist with personal care, and help with daily tasks in clients' homes.

The role emphasizes dignity, respect, and flexible scheduling, with training and support offered. A valid drivers license and reliable transportation are preferred to help with transportation to appointments.

Qualifications

• Dignity and respect for clients required.
• Able to follow care plans.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Able to work flexible schedules.
• Prior dementia care experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and conversation.
• Assist with personal care tasks.
• Perform light housekeeping.
• Assist with dressing and grooming.
• Plan and prepare meals.
• Provide medication reminders.
• Safely transport to appointments.
• Educate families on safe care techniques.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Communication

Flexibility

Patience

Dementia care

Tools

Driver's license

Cell phone

Job description

We are looking for caregivers that are interested in learning and growing their skills within the senior care industry. Our Companion Caregivers are not only reliable, dependable and honest, but also compassionate and caring.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing companionship and conversation
• Assisting with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, bathroom needs, and feeding
• Performing light housekeeping tasks such as laundry and linen changing
• Laying out clothes and assisting with dressing
• Planning and preparing meals
• Providing medication reminders
• Providing transportation to and from appointments
• Helping family members learn safe care techniques

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to treat clients with dignity and respect
• Ability to interpret the client’s provided plan of care
• Valid driver’s license and transportation
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to new situations
• Tolerance to small pets (i.e. dogs and/or cats)
• Must be able to be reached via phone or email for shift schedules, client updates and/or emergencies
• Able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs
• Prior experience with dementia patients and senior care, a plus!

WHY JOIN THE INDUSTRY?

• Health benefits available
• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling
• Training and support for our caregivers