Companion Caregiver - Overnight

ameriCARE of Greater Richmond; Virginia; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Job Summary

The Caregiver role is a crucial position for those who rely on others for basic daily care, such as bathing, eating, and personal hygiene. Caregivers typically work with elderly or disabled individuals in a home care setting.

We are looking for companion caregivers in the west end of Richmond for overnight shifts (8:00 PM - 8:00 AM).

About Us:

Join a care team that matches your commitment, goals, and lifestyle. Our mission is to improve every life we touch, both caregiver and client. We believe that happy, fulfilled caregivers provide better, more comprehensive care. ameriCARE of Greater Richmond is a family-owned agency that cares about each employee.

Caregiver Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation: $16 - $20/hour
• Flexible Working Hours
• PTO
• Branded scrubs after 300 hours worked
• Employee Awards

Caregiver Responsibilities:

• Help clients take prescribed medication
• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks, etc.)
• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
• Help clients complete physical therapy and other recommended exercises
• Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop if needed
• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own, including preparing meals
• Collect information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, doctors, and family members
• Report any unusual incidents to nurses, doctors, and family members
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

Caregiver Requirements:

• Previous caregiver experience preferred but not required
• Current CPR (American Heart Association) Certification
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
• Must be respectful and compassionate with a good bedside manner
• Outstanding communication, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Physical endurance to complete required tasks
• High school diploma or equivalent

We believe in care that serves and supports the whole human person as well as their immediate community. We believe that thoughtful, personalized care can not only maintain but also enrich anyone’s quality of life, regardless of the challenges they face.

And we believe that care is a two-way street. Our caregivers are true professionals, called to serve others in ways that aren’t traditionally honored or praised by the world. We recognize their gifts and support their potential with world-class training and career opportunities.

ameriCARE is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by law.