Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver

Visiting Angels Birmingham, AL; Calera (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PPE Provided

Holiday Pay

Referral Bonuses

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Overtime

Job summary

Visiting Angels Birmingham, AL is seeking a compassionate Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver to support seniors in Calera, Birmingham, and surrounding areas. You will perform light housekeeping, assist with daily activities, and help clients stay safe and at home with dignity.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, reliable transportation, and strong communication skills. Training in First Aid and emergency response is preferred, with opportunities for flexible shifts and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Reliable transportation to client visits.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with basic housekeeping and cooking tasks.
• Must pass background check and drug screen.
• Training in First Aid and emergency response.
• Heart for vulnerable people seeking meaningful companionship.
• Willingness to comply with health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Managing light housekeeping
• Encouraging clients to meet exercise goals
• Prompting clients to take medications at the right times
• Helping clients with shopping and putting away groceries
• Planning and preparing meals in collaboration with clients
• Assisting clients with mobility and ambulation - this can include everything from getting around the house to visiting the doctor and taking walks

Skills

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

First Aid knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Are you searching for a career with flexibility, room for growth, and the ability to make a difference in the lives of senior adults in your community? Visiting Angels of Birmingham is hiring a Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver for our clients throughout the local area in places like Calera, Birmingham, Saginaw, Montevallo, Alabaster, Pelham, and many others.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• PPE Provided
• Holiday Pay
• Referral Bonuses
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay
• Overtime

A Visiting Angels Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver wears many hats as they help our elderly and home-care clients stay at home or recover at home with dignity.

Responsibilities

• Managing light housekeeping
• Encouraging clients to meet their exercise and fitness goals
• Prompting clients to take their prescription medications at the right times
• Helping clients with shopping and putting away groceries (or shopping for them)
• Planning and preparing meals in collaboration with clients (based on client ability)
• Assisting clients with mobility and ambulation - this can include everything from getting around the house to visiting the doctor and taking walks

A Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver must also be prepared to act quickly in the case of medical emergencies. This includes adequately reporting any health changes or unusual circumstances. Our caregivers possess the ideal blend of competency, compassion, and professional discernment.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent time-management skills
• Reliable transportation to client visits
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with basic housekeeping and cooking tasks
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen
• Training/knowledge in First Aid and emergency response
• A heart for vulnerable people seeking meaningful companionship
• Willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards

Shift Options

• Full Time
• Part Time
• 8 Hour Shifts
• 10 Hour Shifts
• 12 Hour Shifts
• PRN
• Short Shift
• Live-in