Compassionate Caregiver Needed

Visiting Angels; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid training

Flexible scheduling

AFLAC benefits after 90 days

Meaningful work

Regular performance reviews

Job summary

Visiting Angels is seeking compassionate caregivers in Springfield, MO to provide non-medical support and companionship in clients' homes. This role offers meaningful work, flexible scheduling (including 24 Hour, Full Time, Part Time, and Daytime Shifts), and a chance to make a tangible difference in local seniors’ lives.

Applicants should be able to pass state/nationwide background checks, have an active phone for scheduling, and ideally possess 2+ years of caregiver experience with a preferred

Qualifications

• Ability to pass state/nationwide background check and drug screening.
• Active phone where you can be reached, for scheduling purposes.
• Minimum of 2 years of caregiver experience preferred.
• Current Driver's license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-medical support and companionship to senior clients.
• Perform personal care duties; such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Issue medication reminders and maintain medication schedule.
• Conduct grocery shopping, meal preparation, and light housekeeping duties.
• Support the client's mobility needs by assisting with walking and transfers.
• Complete household errands and provide client with transportation to doctor's appointments.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Compassion

Reliability

Job description

Are you seeking a flexible position in one-on-one care?

Caregiver Benefits:

• Competitive wages, including paid training


• Flexible scheduling options available - 24 Hour, Full Time, Part Time, and Daytime Shifts


• AFLAC (Accident/Illness/Short Term Disability) plans, eligible after 90 days


• Meaningful work responsibilities that directly impact the lives of local seniors


• Regular performance reviews and performance based incentive program


• Caring and supportive staff, that provides timely feedback

About Visiting Angels Of Springfield, MO

Visiting Angels is the nation's leading choice in non medical home care services. Many of our senior clients would otherwise be faced with the loss of their independence and relocation to a nursing home or assisted living facility. Visiting Angels makes it possible for them to remain at home, where they are most comfortable. Our compassionate caregiving team supports them with a variety of service offerings including personal care, social care services, and companion care. Become part of the dedicated team of caregivers who are enriching the lives of seniors who need support at home.

Caregiver Responsibilities:

• Provide non-medical support and companionship to senior clients


• Perform personal care duties; such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting


• Issue medication reminders and maintain medication schedule


• Conduct grocery shopping, meal preparation, and light housekeeping duties


• Support the client's mobility needs by assisting with walking and transfers


• Complete household errands and provide client with transportation to doctor's appointments

Job Requirements:

• Ability to pass state/nationwide background check and drug screening


• Active phone where you can be reached, for scheduling purposes


• Minimum of 2 years of caregiver experience preferred


• Current Driver's license is preferred

The candidate we are seeking is trustworthy, detail oriented, and dedicated to improving the lives of local seniors for the better. This position requires travel to client homes in Springfield, MO and surrounding communities.