Compassionate Home Care Aide – Flexible Hours

Addus HomeCare; Radium Springs (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Addus Home Care is seeking a compassionate Home Care Aide/Caregiver to support seniors and individuals with disabilities living at home. You will follow care plans, assist with personal care, housekeeping, meal preparation, and transportation to essential errands.

Ideal candidates are 18+, with a high school diploma or GED (or one year of in-home care experience), must pass a background check, and have reliable transportation. Strong communication and reliability are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or GED or one year experience of in-home care services.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Reliable transportation including public transit; valid driver's license and proof of insurance.
• Must provide three references (2 professional and 1 personal).
• Nurturing and compassionate nature with the desire to care for others.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and follow written/verbal instructions.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiar with and comfortable using a cell phone.

Responsibilities

• Follow a care plan for the client and report on completed tasks.
• Assist with personal care (bathing, dressing, etc.).
• Provide routine house cleaning.
• Assist with meal preparation.
• Laundry.
• Transport client to doctor's appointments, grocery store and other essential errands.
• Assist client with self-administration of medications (no administering or measuring).
• As part of the client's Health Care Team, observe and report changes in client's condition.
• Promote Addus Home Care in the community.

Skills

Nurturing & compassionate

Strong communication

Reliable & organized

Cell phone proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Addus Home Care is seeking a compassionate Home Care Aide/Caregiver to support seniors and individuals with disabilities living at home. You will follow care plans, assist with personal care, housekeeping, meal preparation, and transportation to essential errands.

Ideal candidates are 18+, with a high school diploma or GED (or one year of in-home care experience), must pass a background check, and have reliable transportation. Strong communication and reliability are essential for success.