Companion Caregiver

Avanta Care Home Care - Atlanta; Ozark (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible scheduling

Training and support

Job summary

Avanta Care Home Care - Atlanta is seeking dedicated caregivers to provide compassionate and reliable support within the senior care industry. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, providing companionship, and helping clients with daily tasks.

The ideal candidate should possess a valid driver's license, demonstrate flexibility, and have a willingness to learn. Join our team for competitive compensation, health benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors.

Qualifications

• Ability to treat clients with dignity and respect.
• Valid driver's license and transportation.
• Tolerance to small pets (i.e. dogs and/or cats).

Responsibilities

• Providing companionship and conversation.
• Assisting with personal care tasks such as bathing and grooming.
• Performing light housekeeping tasks such as laundry.

Skills

Compassionate care

Flexibility

Communication

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