Caregiver with Office Skills

Guardian Angel Senior Services; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Holiday pay

Sign On and Referral Bonuses

YMCA discounted membership

Employee discounts

Job summary

A compassionate home care agency in Cambridge seeks Home Care Aides to provide personal care and homemaker services to clients. Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene, meal preparation, and monitoring client health. Emphasis on training and maintaining a supportive environment. Competitive salary in the range of $39,000-$41,000 annually with benefits including health insurance and variable shift options.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in caregiving preferred.
• Willing to undergo training and certification.
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal hygiene and grooming.
• Provide skin care and monitor for health issues.
• Document changes in client status.

Skills

Compassionate care

Personal hygiene assistance

Infection control knowledge

Safe transfer techniques

Client documentation

Job description

Full time Companionship Non-Exempt – Guardian Angel Senior Services

Join to apply for the Home care aide role. Caregivers at Guardian Angel Senior Services are not just doing a job, they are making a difference in people’s lives. Part time, full time, per diem work available. Day, evening, afternoon, weekend shifts available.

Job Description: Home care aides provide compassionate personal care and homemaker services for clients when appropriate and maintain a safe and healthy environment as directed by the individualized plan of care. Training classes provided. Free certification for Home Health Aide available.

Some of the duties you'll be asked to perform include:

• Assist clients with appropriate techniques to maintain personal hygiene and grooming.
• Assist clients in the use of toilet facilities, including bed pans.
• Provide skin care and observe for pressure areas and sores and knowledge of preventive measures.
• Assist clients in and out of bed using safe transfer techniques, including the use of gait belts and mechanical lifting equipment.
• Assist clients with walking, including the use of walkers, canes and wheelchairs.
• Assist with cuing of self-administered medications.
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding.
• Observe, report, and document client status and care provided.
• Practice basic infection control procedures.
• Document changes in client status and report to appropriate staff members.
• Maintain a clean, safe and healthy environment in the client’s home.
• Recognize emergencies and contact emergency personnel and supervisor when necessary.
• Understand the physical, developmental and emotional needs of the populations served.
• Treat the client and his/her property with respect.

Compensation & benefits:

• $39,000-$41,000 annually.
• Pay is bi-weekly, but daily pay available.
• Health insurance, Aflac insurance, 401(k) and more.
• Flexible schedule in an area that is reasonably accessible to you.
• Highly inclusive, diverse team that values input of all staff to provide excellent patient care.
• Holiday pay. Get paid double to work on major holidays.
• Sign On and Referral Bonuses.
• Working Advantage employee discounts including movie theaters, theme parks, hotels, sporting events, online shopping and more.
• YMCA discounted membership.

Guardian Angel Senior Services considers the health and safety of our clients and employees to be a top priority. Employment is conditioned on successfully completing pre-employment background checks.

Submit your resume now for consideration or give our office a call at 781-887-2606.

Guardian Angel Senior Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.