In Home Housekeeper or Caregiver

Visiting-Angels; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 1,653,000 - 2,204,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Visiting Angels is hiring in-home caregivers and housekeepers to support clients across the Lawrence and Topeka area. You will assist with personal care, light housekeeping, meals, and mobility, and provide companionship to enrich clients’ lives.

Flexible schedules and opportunities for growth are highlighted, with training in dementia and Alzheimer’s care available. A caring, patient approach helps brighten each client’s day while following care plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Reliable transportation to client homes.
• Ability to follow care plans and safety standards.
• Good communication with clients and families.
• Willingness to complete background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
• Provide companionship and support
• Help with light housekeeping and meals
• Assist with mobility and errands
• Report health changes or incidents
• Support clients with medications reminders
• Accompany and supervise clients during shopping trips

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Compassion

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

In Home Housekeeper or Caregiver

Visiting Angels of Topeka is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the local area including Lawrence, Topeka, Midland, Thompsonville, Perry, Williamstown, and many more. Come be part of an office that belongs to the nation's #1 network for at-home care. Make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career with flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities.

As a Visiting Angels In Home Housekeeper or Caregiver, you'll play a vital role in enriching the quality of life of clients and supporting their wellness in accordance with their custom care plans. This can include:

• Helping clients with personal care and hygiene
• Assisting clients with light physical exercise or walks
• Planning and preparing meals with clients
• Handling light housekeeping duties
• Reporting health changes or unusual incidents
• Providing pleasant, supportive companionship
• Responding quickly and responsibly in emergencies
• Accompanying and supervise clients during shopping trips
• Reminding clients to take prescription medications appropriately
• Providing assistance with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments/errands

Visiting Angels offers opportunities for advanced training in areas like dementia care and/or Alzheimer’s care for caregivers seeking to broaden their skills.

In Home Housekeeper or Caregiver Job Requirements:

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Posses a Valid Drivers License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle to use to transport clients
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must
• Have excellent time-management skills and can juggle multiple duties at once
• Reliable transportation to get to and from client homes at the times you're scheduled to provide care
• Feel confident in your physical endurance when it comes to things like carrying groceries and physically supporting a client
• Feel comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to applicable dietary constraints
• Are willing and able to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (ex., background check)
• Bring compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten the day of each client to the table

In Home Housekeeper or Caregiver Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay
• Sign-On Bonus

In Home Housekeeper or Caregiver Shift Options:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed