Home Care Specialist

Meritan; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

403(b) retirement plan

PTO

Bereavement leave

Cell phone stipend

Job summary

Meritan in Memphis, TN is seeking a compassionate Home Care Specialist to join our Home and Community-Based Services team. This PRN/part-time role provides in-home services to Shelby County clients, including personal care and light housekeeping, while keeping accurate visit notes.

You will work under infection control measures with paid training and a $1000 sign-on bonus paid in two installments at 6 and 12 months. A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• Completion of a paid 40 hour training program to prepare the HCS.
• High school graduate or GED preferred.
• Experience with home management, care of children, and/or disabled or convalescent people preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and reliable vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to home care clients in Shelby County.
• Duties include personal care, routine household chores, and maintaining accurate visit notes.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Valid driver's license

Auto insurance

Reliable vehicle

Job description

Home Care Specialist# Home Care SpecialistMeritan Memphis - Memphis, TN 38103## OverviewSalary Range$15.00 - $15.45 HourlyLevelEntryPosition TypePart TimeJob ShiftDayEducation LevelGED/Diploma EquivalentTravel PercentageRoad WarriorCategoryNonprofit - Social Services## DescriptionMeritan, Inc., a Tennessee-based health, human, and social services nonprofit, is seeking a compassionate candidate to join its Home and Community-Based Services team in Memphis, TN as a Home Care Specialist (HCS). If you are seeking a meaningful opportunity with a reputable and long-standing non-profit that allows you to assist some of the most vulnerable populations in our community, Meritan may be the perfect fit for you! This PRN/part-time position will be responsible for providing services to home care clients in Shelby County. Some HCS duties include, but are not limited to, personal care, routine household chores, and maintaining accurate and timely visit notes. Meritan continues to work through the healthcare crisis with appropriate infection control measures and personal protective equipment. **$1000 SIGN-ON BONUS** (two equal payments at 6 and 12 months)!Meritan offers excellent benefits and perks, including but not limited to:* Voluntary health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances (minimum hours worked required)* Within the first month of hire, the agency provides 24/7 access to **FREE**, co-payless, basic medical and behavioral health benefits with U.S.- based, prescription-writing physicians to the employee and **all household members** through Teladoc.* 403(b) retirement savings plan with agency match.* Annual longevity bonus* Referral bonuses* PTO* 4 hours volunteer leave per year* 3 days bereavement leave per year* Cellular phone stipend* Company-sponsored group life insurance (minimum hours worked required)* Infant-at-Work Program/Child Care Stipend* Employee discounts on shopping, entertainment, travel, and wellness through Vizient Member Perks Program* Employee Emergency Assistance* Educational Incentive Bonus for completion of certificates and degrees* Remote work environment**WHY YOU SHOULD BECOME A MERITAN TEAM MEMBER:*** To be apart of a results-driven team* To have flexibility and autonomy to balance your work and life* To make a difference in a vulnerable adults’ lives* To be a valued member of a recognized Top WorkplaceMeritan is a Tennessee-based health, human, and social services non-profit that provides homes of refuge and healing to special needs foster children and in-home services to the elderly and disabled so that they may remain living independently in their own homes.Meritan is an Equal Opportunity Employer## Qualifications* Completion of a paid 40 hour training program to prepare the HCS for the task and responsibility of this service; Exemptions may apply.* High school graduate or GED preferred.* Experience with home management, care of children, and/or disabled, ill or convalescent people, which would indicate the abilities to perform the duties of this position is preferred, but not required. The agency will provide all necessary provider training to ensure success.* Valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and reliable vehicle required.