Flexible-Shift Home Care Aide for Seniors

Addus HomeCare; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Addus HomeCare in New Mexico is urgently hiring Flex Home Care Aides to support seniors and people with disabilities in their homes, 40 hours per week with weekend days required. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, and medication assistance, while following care plans and reporting changes to the office.

Candidates must be 18+, pass a background check, have reliable transportation, and communicate well with clients and

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• Must have reliable transportation; if by car, a valid driver's license and proof of insurance
• 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

Responsibilities

• The Home Care Aide - Core calls into the office every morning for assignment.
• Follow specific care plans for clients and report on completed tasks
• Assist with personal care needs of the client (bathing, dressing, etc.)
• Provide or assist in routine house cleaning, meal preparation, and laundry
• Transport client to doctor's office, grocery store and other essential errands
• Assist client with the self-administration of medications
• Observe and report any changes in client's condition

Job description

Addus HomeCare in New Mexico is urgently hiring Flex Home Care Aides to support seniors and people with disabilities in their homes, 40 hours per week with weekend days required. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, and medication assistance, while following care plans and reporting changes to the office.

Candidates must be 18+, pass a background check, have reliable transportation, and communicate well with clients and