Compassionate Home Care Aide — 40-Hour Week

Addus HomeCare; Portales (NM); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Addus HomeCare in Portales, NM is urgently hiring a Home Care Aide - Core to support seniors and disabled clients in their homes. You will follow care plans, assist with daily living tasks, light housekeeping, meals, and transportation to appointments.

The position is on call for five days per week with 40 hours (20 hours guaranteed). Applicants must be 18+, pass a background check, and have reliable transportation along with good communication and a compassionate nature.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must have reliable transportation; if by car, a valid driver's license and proof of insurance is required.
• On call for 24 hour shifts.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Call office each morning for assignment.
• Follow care plans and report on completed tasks.
• Assist with personal care (bathing, dressing, etc.).
• Provide or assist in routine house cleaning, meal prep, and laundry.
• Transport client to medical appointments and errands.
• Assist with self-administration of medications.
• Observe and report changes in client's condition.

Skills

Good communication and interpersonal

Reliable and well-organized

Ability to work with limited superv.

Follow written and verbal instructions

Nurturing and compassionate

Job description

Addus HomeCare in Portales, NM is urgently hiring a Home Care Aide - Core to support seniors and disabled clients in their homes. You will follow care plans, assist with daily living tasks, light housekeeping, meals, and transportation to appointments.

The position is on call for five days per week with 40 hours (20 hours guaranteed). Applicants must be 18+, pass a background check, and have reliable transportation along with good communication and a compassionate nature.