Compassionate Home Care Aide with Flexible Hours and Growth

Ambercare; Mesilla (NM); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Addus Home Care is seeking a compassionate Home Care Aide to support seniors and people with disabilities living independently in their own homes. You will follow care plans, assist with daily living tasks, light housekeeping, meal prep, transportation to appointments and medication reminders.

This entry-level role offers steady hours, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for growth within the growing home care field.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or GED or one year experience of in-home care services
• Pass a criminal background check
• Reliable transportation including public transit; valid driver's license and proof of insurance
• 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
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable, energetic, self-motivated and well-organized
• 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 office, grocery store and other essential errands
• Assist client with the self-administration of medications (no administering or measuring)
• Observe and report any changes in client's condition as part of the Health Care Team
• Promote our positive image in the community as the leading home care provider

Job description

Addus Home Care is seeking a compassionate Home Care Aide to support seniors and people with disabilities living independently in their own homes. You will follow care plans, assist with daily living tasks, light housekeeping, meal prep, transportation to appointments and medication reminders.

This entry-level role offers steady hours, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for growth within the growing home care field.