Companion Caregiver Oak Ridge All Shifts

Home Care Association of America; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home care association is seeking compassionate Companion Caregivers in Knoxville, TN. Ideal candidates will assist seniors with personal care and companionship while receiving flexible scheduling, training, and competitive compensation. Opportunities are available for immediate start, supporting the growing needs of the community.

Benefits

Shift Incentives

Employee Referral Program

401(k) matching

Training & development

Health benefits available

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Support for caregivers

Qualifications

• Ability to treat clients with dignity and respect.
• Valid driver’s license and transportation required.
• Prior experience with dementia patients is a plus.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Flexibility

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

Benefits:

• Shift Incentives
• Employee Referral Program
• 401(k) matching
• Training & development

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. HOURS ARE AVAILABLE NOW! Qualified candidates may be able to start immediately!
SHIFTS

• Day shifts
• Night shifts
• Overnight shifts

AREAS

• Oak Ridge

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