In Home Caregiver

Visiting Angels Bridgeport, WV; Salem (WV); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for caring and compassionate individuals to join their team as Care Assistants. This role is crucial in providing essential support to clients, helping them with daily living activities and ensuring their independence and quality of life. The position offers a flexible schedule, comprehensive training, and a supportive work environment. If you have a compassionate demeanor and excellent interpersonal skills, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a meaningful impact in your community.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental and Vision benefits

Flexible schedule

Comprehensive training program

Ongoing education and training opportunities

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Vacation pay for Full-time employees

Performance reward program

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Compassionate individuals with a high school diploma are preferred.
• Experience in healthcare or caregiving is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities and provide companionship.
• Support clients with medication reminders and accompany them to appointments.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA policies.

Skills

Compassionate demeanor

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pay $12-15 an hour based on experience

Full job description:
Visiting Angels is seeking caring and compassionate individuals to join our team as a Full-Time, Part-Time, or On-call Care assistant. In this role, you will provide essential assistance with daily living activities for our clients, helping them maintain their independence and quality of life. As an individual contributor, you will play a key role in enhancing the well-being of our clients in the Bridgeport, Clarksburg, Fairmont, Salem, Philippi, Grafton, Buckhannon, Weston and surrounding West Virginia communities.

Compensation and benefits:

• Medical benefits
• Dental and Vision benefits
• Paid biweekly
• Flexible schedule (days, evenings, overnights, weekends)
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Comprehensive training program
• Ongoing education and training opportunities
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Vacation pay for Full-time employees
• Performance reward program
• Referral bonuses

Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and transferring
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding
• Support clients with medication reminders and administration
• Accompany clients to doctor's appointments, errands, and events
• Assist with light housekeeping and laundry
• Provide companionship and emotional support for clients
• Follow Visiting Angels HIPAA policies and procedures and maintain confidentiality at all times

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in a healthcare or caregiving role preferred but not required
• Must have a compassionate and caring demeanor
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screening
• Must be physically able to lift up to 25 pounds, bend, squat, kneel, reach, and stand for extended periods of time